Author Question: A client who is obese tells the nurse that malnutrition is definitely not a problem. The nurse ... (Read 59 times)

jake · **on:** Aug 2, 2018

A client who is obese tells the nurse that malnutrition is definitely not a problem. The nurse responds by telling the client that:

1. Malnutrition can be an excess or deficiency of nutrients.
2. Nutrient deficiency is the best indicator of malnutrition.
3. This is correct information.
4. A lot of research about malnutrition is being conducted.

Question 2

The client is a 19-year-old female who appears to be in a prediabetic stage. Anxious to lose weight, she wants to know which diet other diabetics follow to help her lose weight. Which of the following should the nurse recommend?

A) 1200-calorie MyPlate plan
B) 1400-calorie Exchange Lists plan
C) Low-fat, low-carbohydrate diet
D) Individualized to each individual

Brenm · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 2, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1
Rationale: The nurse must be aware that malnutrition is an excess, deficit, or imbalance of nutrients. The obese client may, therefore, be malnourished. The client holds an incorrect assumption about malnutrition. Research is being conducted about all nutrients, but that response is not addressing the client's lack of knowledge.

Answer to Question 2

D
Feedback:
There is no one proven strategy that can be uniformly recommended to promote weight loss in all clients. An individualized approach takes into account the client's treatment goals and his or her ability and willingness to change.