A long-term care nurse is caring for a newly admitted Jewish client. In reviewing the client's records, the nurse notes that the client has refused her meals since she was admitted 3 days ago.
What would be the most appropriate intervention for the nurse to complete first?
A) Notify the physician.
B) Request for the dietitian to evaluate the client.
C) Call the client's family and ask them to bring in food from home for the client.
D) Speak to the client to see why she is not eating.
Question 2
Of the following nursing interventions, which would be least appropriate for a person in rehabilitation post-stroke who states I just can't believe this happened to me. I can't wait for this to be over so I can go back to my normal life?
a. teach all of the information the person will need to know to adapt to life after stroke
b. provide reassurance and emotional support
c. provide essential information, but avoid teaching at this stage
d. provide direct care, ensure safety, and involve the family