The nurse has been working with a client of limited financial means. The client states that they don't have much money to buy meat, so the nurse recommends the client focus on foods with high biologic value protein
The nurse knows teaching has been effective when the client says: 1. "We only need about 3 ounces of meat per day per person.".
2. "Eggs might be an inexpensive way to get protein.".
3. "We should consider becoming vegetarian.".
4. "Even if I don't eat meat, my children need it grow normally.".
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Rationale: High biologic value protein in found in many foods, including eggs. A client who is willing to eat eggs will get some high biologic value protein at limited cost. This client is equating meat with protein; it is incorrect to state that 3 ounces of meat per day will meet protein needs or that children need meat for growth. The client may decide to become vegetarian, but that does not address the need for high biologic value protein.
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