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Over two days, a resident who usually eats most of each meal has left almost all food untouched and says nothing tastes right. What should the assistant do?
- A.Assume the kitchen food is simply unpopular
- B.Report the appetite change and intake amounts to the nurse
- C.Force the resident to finish the full tray today
- D.Stop recording intake because she is not eating
Correct answer
B. Report the appetite change and intake amounts to the nurse
Why
A clear change in appetite and intake over several meals should be reported, with amounts recorded accurately. Loss of appetite can be an early sign of illness or other problems.
Content outline: Basic Nursing Skills - Observing and Reporting Changes · From the Basic Nursing Skills practice bank (BN-066).