During a Nutritional Assessment,why Is It Important for the Nurse

question 26

Multiple Choice

During a nutritional assessment,why is it important for the nurse to ask a patient what medications he or she is taking?

• A) Certain drugs can affect the metabolism of nutrients.
• B) The nurse needs to assess the patient for allergic reactions.
• C) Medications need to be documented on the record for the physician's review.
• D) Medications can affect one's memory and ability to identify food eaten in the last 24 hours.

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