A patient in whom cancer has been newly diagnosed is about to begin intense chemotherapy. She tells you that the only good thing about this diagnosis is that she will now be able to lose weight without even trying. The most appropriate nursing response would be to
a. encourage the patient to celebrate the positive aspects of the disease.
b. encourage adequate nutrient intake to maximize tolerance of chemotherapy.
c. reinforce the need to achieve and maintain ideal body weight.
d. emphasize eating the right types of foods rather than an amount of food.
Answer: b. encourage adequate nutrient intake to maximize tolerance of chemotherapy.
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