The nurse is helping a new client on the unit who was admitted with CKD. The client is also a long time type 2 diabetic. He has recently been experiencing nausea, vomiting, and anorexia. His lab workup reveals he is malnourished
The nurse recognizes his malnourishment is likely related to which of the following? A) Dehydration C) Recurrent UTI's
B) Anuria D) Increasing urinary excretion
D
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Nutrient deficiencies may occur from impaired GI absorption or increasing urinary excretion. Malnutrition may also occur from poor intake related to dietary restrictions, anorexia, alternations in taste, nausea, vomiting, stomatitis, depression, or anxiety.
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