The nurse is doing client education for a 71-year-old woman who is a resident of a long-term care facility. The assessment indicates that she is at a high risk for malnutrition. What is one reason she could give you for this risk of malnutrition?
A) "I eat most of my meals with friends."
B) "I just don't have an appetite."
C) "I take two different medicines every day."
D) "I chew quite well with my dentures."
B
Feedback:
Loss of appetite is a key indicator for malnutrition. An inadequate intake of food means the supply of nutrients is reduced, which can lead to weight loss and depletion of essential nutrients.
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