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.
A, B, C
Illness, with any accompanying pain, anxiety, and medications, often causes appetite loss. To improve appetite and intake and, subsequently, nutritional status, the nurse would offer frequent and smaller meals; keep the patient's environment neat and clean and free of unpleasant sights, odors, and medical equipment; order a late food tray or warm the food; provide or assist with frequent oral hygiene; provide a pleasant eating environment; serve foods attractively; control pain; encourage meals with family and friends; and position the person comfortably for mealtime. Fluids are usually not increased with meals to prevent gastric distention and feeling full before the patient consumes sufficient nutrients.
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