A client who has been using a "spray product" to reduce appetite as a method to lose weight is disappointed after gaining two lbs. over the last week. Which action should the nurse take with this client?
a. Encourage to stick with the spray product
b. Suggest getting a refund for the cost of the product
c. Provide scientific information about appetite control
d. Remind that there is no such thing as a quick fix for weight loss
c. Provide scientific information about appetite control
When encountering nutritional misinformation, an idea is to say to the patient: "I have some information about that idea/diet/product. Would you like me to share it with you?" Providing scientific information about appetite control is the best action for the nurse to take. The product most likely is not going to work and the client should not be encouraged to continue to use it. Suggest getting a refund or saying that there is no such thing as a quick fix for weight loss may upset the client and hinder further communication between the client and the nurse.
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