The Nurse Understands the Importance of Evaluating the Progress of Growth

question 14

Multiple Choice

The nurse understands the importance of evaluating the progress of growth in pregnant women, infants, children, and adolescents, detecting under- and over-nutrition in all age groups, and measuring changes in body composition over time.The nurse should recognize that all of these purposes can be served through:

• A)anthropometric measurements.
• B)functional tests of nutrition status.
• C)biochemical tests of protein status.
• D)physical examination for signs of malnutrition.

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Definitions:

Staff Education

The process of providing training and development opportunities to staff members in a workplace to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Shared Decision Making

A healthcare approach where clinicians and patients work together to make decisions, balancing risks and expected outcomes with patient preferences and values.

Autonomy

Ability or tendency to function independently.

Responsibility

Carrying out duties associated with a particular role.