Multiple Choice
An older patient who is losing weight refuses to come to meals and when he does he cannot sit down long enough to eat. What should the nurse do to improve this patient's nutritional status?
A) Increase food choices.
B) Use body restraints for meals.
C) Call the physician for medication to alter his behavior.
D) Provide with sandwiches, small pieces of fruit and cheese, and spill-proof drink containers.
Correct Answer:
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