A client tells the nurse that the thought of eating makes her anxious and nervous, and she just avoids it altogether. Which is the priority when planning care for this client?
A) Instruction on the role of nutrition in normal menstruation
B) Instruction on the importance of nutrition for vital signs and muscle tone
C) Interventions to address anxiety and feelings of being in control
D) Instruction on appropriate nutritional intake
Answer: C
The client is articulating feelings of anxiety and nervousness regarding eating. The nurse needs to include interventions to address the client's anxiety and feelings of being in control. Instruction on nutrition, normal menstruation, and bodily functions such as vital signs and muscle tone may be appropriate but are not the priority for the client at this time.
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