A patient with Huntington disease has just been admitted to a long-term care facility. The charge nurse is creating a care plan for this patient. Nutritional management for a patient with Huntington disease should be informed by what principle?
A) The patient is likely to have an increased appetite.
B) The patient is likely to required enzyme supplements.
C) The patient will likely require a clear liquid diet.
D) The patient will benefit from a low-protein diet.
Ans: A
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Due to the continuous involuntary movements, patients will have a ravenous appetite. Despite this ravenous appetite, patients usually become emaciated and exhausted. As the disease progresses, patients experience difficulty in swallowing and thin liquids should be avoided. Protein will not be limited with this disease. Enzyme supplements are not normally required.
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