On the basis of a nutritional screening, the nurse has developed a care plan that includes a diagnosis of imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements. What would be a realistic goal for this client?
1. Increase weight by one pound per week
2. Decrease physical activity to 2 hours per week
3. Increase fat in the diet
4. Replace sweets with high-protein foods
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Rationale: A nutrition screening may serve as the basis for nursing diagnoses. When a client has a diagnosis that indicates a client is not meeting body requirements for nutrients, a small weekly weight gain is appropriate. Weight gain is promoted by increasing caloric consumption rather than restricting activity. Increasing intake of fats is rarely recommended. Replacing sweets with protein does not necessarily increase the number of calories consumed.
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