The nurse is talking with a client who states that the prescribed diet does not provide enough variation of choice. The best response by the nurse is:
1. "I will notify dietary to change your diet.".
2. "I will ask my manager to talk with the dietician.".
3. "I will talk to the doctor for a new diet order.".
4. "I will bring you a different menu.".
3. "I will talk to the doctor for a new diet order.".
Rationale:
It is against most states' nurse practice acts for the nurse to order a diet for the client. The nurse is allowed to assist the client to choose appropriate foods as order by the physician. The nurse cannot notify dietary or enlist the assistance of a manager to change the diet. The nurse would not give the client a different menu.
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