MrsJuarez Is Diagnosed with Cirrhosis and Has Developed Ascites

question 99

Multiple Choice

Mrs.Juarez is diagnosed with cirrhosis and has developed ascites.Her appetite is poor and she is losing weight.The nurse realizes that she is at risk for malnutrition and encourages Mrs.Juarez to:

• A)eat four to six times per day.
• B)try to eat three large meals per day.
• C)consume a liquid nutritional supplement with each meal.
• D)drink more fruit juice.

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