The nurse assigned to an oncology unit reports that three of the patients with cancer do not have an appetite and have eaten little during the shift. What strategies can the nurse on the next shift use to increase her patients' appetites?
Select all that apply.
a. Offer frequent, smaller meals.
b. Keep the patients' rooms neat and clean.
c. Provide or assist with frequent oral hygiene.
d. Increase liquid intake with meals.
e. Serve foods with little aroma.
ANS: A, B, C
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