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

question 22

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

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