Author Question: A nurse has delegated feeding a client to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). What actions does ... (Read 58 times)

joblessjake · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A nurse has delegated feeding a client to an unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). What actions does the nurse include in the directions to the UAP? (Select all that apply.)

a. Allow 30 minutes for eating so food doesn't get spoiled.
b. Assess the client's mouth while providing premeal oral care.
c. Ensure warm and cold items stay at appropriate temperatures.
d. Remove bedpans, soiled linens, and other unpleasant items.
e. Sit with the client, making the atmosphere more relaxed.

Question 2

The nurse understands that malnutrition can occur in hospitalized clients for several reasons. Which are possible reasons for this to occur? (Select all that apply.)

a. Cultural food preferences
b. Family bringing snacks
c. Increased need for nutrition
d. Need for NPO status
e. Staff shortages

dominiqueenicolee · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C, D, E
The UAP should make sure food items remain at the appropriate temperatures for maximum palatability. Removing items such as bedpans, urinals, or soiled linens helps make the atmosphere more conducive to eating. The UAP should sit, not stand, next to the client to promote a relaxing experience. The client, especially older clients who tend to eat more slowly, should not be rushed. Assessment is done by the nurse.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C, D, E
Many factors increase the hospitalized client's risk for nutritional deficits. Cultural food preferences may make hospital food unpalatable. Ill clients have increased nutritional needs but may be NPO for testing or treatment, or have a loss of appetite from their illness. Staff shortages impact clients who need to be fed or assisted with meals. The family may bring snacks that are either healthy or unhealthy, so without further information, the nurse cannot assume the snacks are leading to malnutrition.