Identify at least 2 pertinent nutrition problems and the corresponding nutrition diagnoses

What will be an ideal response?


• Excessive energy intake related to large portion sizes as evidenced by an estimated energy intake of ~2900 kcal/day per 24-hr recall (900 kcal more than estimated needs) and large dinner consisting of 8 oz of filet mignon, large baked potato w/butter, salad with ranch dressing, and 6 oz white wine.
• Excessive alcohol intake related to food- and nutrition-related knowledge deficit as evidenced by 12 oz (> 2 servings) of white wine per 24-hr recall.
• Excessive fat intake related to food- and nutrition-knowledge deficit and consumption of high-fat meals as evidenced by 45% energy intake from fat and reported intake of 8 oz of filet mignon and fat-dense additives to foods (e.g. egg, mayonnaise, butter, ranch dressing).
• Undesirable food choices related to food- and nutrition-related knowledge deficit as evidenced by consumption of 8 oz of filet mignon.

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