MrSmith Is Complaining of Decreased Appetite

question 3

Multiple Choice

Mr.Smith is complaining of decreased appetite.He states he just finished taking his antibiotics for an episode of pneumonia.The nurse's best response would be which of the following?

• A) "Your wife should increase the spices in your food, as the pneumonia changes your sense of smell."
• B) "Notify your doctor immediately, because this is a concerning reaction to the medication."
• C) "You need to take an appetite stimulant, as your body will need good nutrition to recover from the infection."
• D) "You should see an improvement in the next week or so. Call if this continues."

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