A patient with cancer is diagnosed with malnutrition. What does the nurse realize are causes of malnutrition in this patient?
Select all that apply.
1. decreases in metabolism resulting from increased cancer cell production
2. decreased available nutrients due to the cancers parasitic activity
3. loss of appetite due to side effects of chemotherapy
4. decreased absorption in the gastrointestinal tract
5. parenteral nutrition supplements administered via venous access devices
Correct Answer: 2, 3, 4
The patient with cancer may have a decreased amount of available nutrients. The patient may lose his or her appetite. The patient may not be able to absorb the nutrients well from the gastrointestinal tract.
The patient's metabolism will not decrease, it will increase. Parenteral nutrition is not a cause of malnutrition. It can be used to help the patient with cancer.
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