A Patient Has Had a First Course of Antineoplastic Therapy

question 6

Multiple Choice

A patient has had a first course of antineoplastic therapy and is experiencing gastrointestinal adverse effects,including anorexia and nausea.Which is an appropriate goal for the patient dealing with these adverse effects?

• A)To eat three balanced meals a day within 4 days
• B)To return to the normal eating pattern within 1 month
• C)To maintain normal weight by consuming healthy snacks as tolerated
• D)To maintain a diet of six frequent feedings with a nutritional supplement as a snack for 2 weeks

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