The nurse notes that a client who has been a resident at a rehabilitation facility for 4 weeks has lost 11 pounds since admission. The client goes to physical therapy twice daily
Interventions that are appropriate for this client to maintain adequate nutrition include: Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Mild pain medication prior to mealtime.
2. Assisting the client with positioning for mealtimes.
3. Bringing new foods to the client at mealtimes.
4. Heating the room at mealtimes.
5. Assisting the client to the bathroom prior to mealtimes.
1,2,5
Rationale: Physical discomfort or pain can depress a client's appetite; non-sedating medication would be appropriate prior to mealtimes.
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