The nurse is evaluating care provided to an older adult client with a history of cholecystitis 5 months ago. Which statement indicates the client met a goal in the plan of care?
A) "I have increased my intake of fat."
B) "I have been eating out often."
C) "I have been walking 1 mile every day."
D) "I have been able to gain 5 pounds on the new diet."
Answer: D
The older adult client with cholecystitis is at risk for infection. A goal would be to stabilize or increase weight through the appropriate diet to support the immune system and resist infection. Exercise is excellent but does not meet this client's goal. Eating out would not be a goal for a client being treated for cholecystitis. The client would want to decrease fat intake.
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