Experts advocate the following when refeeding a malnourished client:
1. Rapidly replenishing lost protein with foods of high biological value
2. Progressing the rate, volume, and concentration of a tube feeding with every feeding
3. Pushing a liberal intake of water and other hypotonic fluids
4. Correcting any electrolyte imbalances before aggressive nutritional therapy is begun
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The client is diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. The client voices questions about the disorder. Which of the following should be included in the information provided to the client?
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