A Client Is in the Family Practice Clinic

question 7

Multiple Choice

A client is in the family practice clinic.Today the client weighs 186.4 pounds (84.7 kg) .Six months ago the client weighed 211.8 pounds (96.2 kg) .What action by the nurse is best?

• A) Ask the client if the weight loss was intentional.
• B) Determine if there are food allergies or intolerances.
• C) Perform a comprehensive nutritional assessment.
• D) Perform a rapid bedside blood glucose test.

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