The Basic Goal of Nutrition Counseling for Clients Who Are

question 14

Multiple Choice

The basic goal of nutrition counseling for clients who are HIV positive is:

• A) adjusting unusual food patterns to become more normal.
• B) promoting optimal nutritional status and quality of life.
• C) providing megadoses of immune-enhancing vitamins and minerals.
• D) encouraging them to eat according to their appetite.

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Definitions:

Behavioral Problems

Actions or patterns of behavior that are considered inappropriate, disruptive, or harmful, often discussed in the context of children or adolescents.

Low Self-Control

A personal characteristic involving a lack of restraint and impulsivity, affecting decision-making and behavior.

Impulsivity

A propensity for spontaneous action, showing a pattern of conduct with minimal to no planning, contemplation, or regard for potential outcomes.

Schizophrenia

A chronic and severe mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves, characterized by episodes of psychosis including delusions, hallucinations, and disorganized thinking.