Write your PES statement for each nutrition problem

What will be an ideal response?


• Inadequate oral intake related to acute pancreatitis as evidenced by N/V, abdominal pain, dry skin and mucous membranes, poor skin turgor, patient self-report of limited oral intake 3 days PTA, and NPO status since admission.
• Altered GI function related to compromised exocrine function of pancreas as evidenced by recent diagnosis of acute pancreatitis and current NPO status.
• Increased nutrient needs related to compromised pancreatic function as evidenced by C-reactive protein of 141 mg/dL and diminished albumin level of 3.3 g/dL consistent with increased stress and metabolic requirements.

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