During assessment of the patient with protein-calorie malnutrition, what should the nurse expect to find (select all that apply)?
a. Frequent cold symptoms
b. Decreased bowel sounds
c. Cool, rough, dry, scaly skin
d. A flat or concave abdomen
e. Prominent bony structures
f. Decreased reflexes and lack of attention
Answer:
a. Frequent cold symptoms
b. Decreased bowel sounds
c. Cool, rough, dry, scaly skin
e. Prominent bony structures
f. Decreased reflexes and lack of attention
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