The client has not been eating well since he was admitted to the long-term care facility. When the advanced practice nurse (APN) comes to the facility to see her clients, the nurse mentions her concerns about the nutritional status of this client
The APN notes that one of the client's orders is for a can of liquid dietary supplement to be given between meals three times a day. What may the client be experiencing as a result of taking this supplement? Select all that apply. A) Loss of appetite D) Taste fatigue
B) Increased sugar and fat E) Increased hunger
C) Decreased calcium
A, D
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Residents at risk of malnutrition or with poor intakes may be given oral supplements to boost overall calorie and protein intake. Although they may be useful, these supplements may not be well accepted or tolerated on a long-term basis. Taste fatigue and lack of hunger for the meal that follows may occur.
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