Author Question: A client is discussing weight loss with a nurse. The patient says, I will not eat for two weeks, ... (Read 83 times)

armygirl · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A client is discussing weight loss with a nurse. The patient says, I will not eat for two weeks, then I will lose at least 10 pounds. What should the nurse tell the client?

A) What a good idea. Go ahead. That will jump start your weight loss
B) Many people find that to be an ideal way to lose weight quickly and easily.
C) That will increase your metabolic rate and help you lose weight.
D) That will decrease your metabolic rate and make weight loss more difficult.

Question 2

The nurse caring for a client for several days has assessed that he has been eating poorly during his hospitalization. Which nursing measure should the nurse implement to assist the client in improving his nutritional intake?

A) Encourage his daughter to prepare food at home and bring it to the client.
B) Serve large meals and encourage the client to eat as much as possible.
C) Provide distractions while the client is fed so that he will eat more.
D) Provide bland meals.

deja · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: D
Most nutritionists agree that fasting or following a very low-calorie diet defeats a weight-loss plan because the body interprets this eating pattern as starvation, and compensates by slowing down the basal metabolic rate, making it even more difficult to lose weight.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
The nurse should solicit food preferences and encourage favorite foods from home, when possible. Be sure the foods look attractive and the eating area is free of odors, clutter, and distractions during mealtime. Provide small, frequent meals to avoid overwhelming the client with large amounts of food.