Which dietary guideline would be appropriate for the older adult homebound client with advanced respiratory disease who informs the nurse that she has no energy to eat?
A) Snack on high-carbohydrate foods frequently.
B) Eat smaller meals that are high in protein.
C) Contact the physician for nutrition shake.
D) Eat one large meal at noon.
Ans: B
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The client should consume a diet in which the body can produce plasma proteins. The client should have sufficient caloric and protein intake for respiratory muscle strength.
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