After Teaching a Client Who Was Malnourished and Is Being

question 17

Multiple Choice

After teaching a client who was malnourished and is being discharged,a nurse assesses the client's understanding.Which statement indicates the client correctly understood teaching to decrease risk for the development of metabolic acidosis?

• A) "I will drink at least three glasses of milk each day."
• B) "I will eat three well-balanced meals and a snack daily."
• C) "I will not take pain medication and antihistamines together."
• D) "I will avoid salting my food when cooking or during meals."

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Definitions:

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