A resident of a long-term care facility has lived with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) for many years but has experienced a gradual increase in dyspnea despite the use of long-term oxygen therapy
In recent weeks, dyspnea has interfered with the resident's ability to eat, and the nurse recognizes the potential nursing diagnosis of altered nutrition: less than body requirements. How can the nurse best foster this resident's nutritional status?
A) Arrange for a high-protein diet to promote gas exchange.
B) Provide meals early in the morning and late at night.
C) Liaise with the resident's health care provider to organize total parenteral nutrition (TPN).
D) Order small, frequent meals and nutritional supplements for the resident.
D
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