A client who is obese tells the nurse that malnutrition is definitely not a problem. The nurse responds by telling the client that:
1. Malnutrition can be an excess or deficiency of nutrients.
2. Nutrient deficiency is the best indicator of malnutrition.
3. This is correct information.
4. A lot of research about malnutrition is being conducted.
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Rationale: The nurse must be aware that malnutrition is an excess, deficit, or imbalance of nutrients. The obese client may, therefore, be malnourished. The client holds an incorrect assumption about malnutrition. Research is being conducted about all nutrients, but that response is not addressing the client's lack of knowledge.
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