A Patient Has Not Eaten Since Admission to the Long-Term

Multiple Choice

A patient has not eaten since admission to the long-term care facility 2 days ago.Which is the best initial intervention for the nurse to prevent malnutrition in this patient?

A) Make a diet request to the health care provider for full liquids.
B) Ask the patient's daughter why the patient will not eat.
C) Remind the patient that nutrition is essential to better health.
D) Assess the patient for possible reasons for the lack of intake.