Practice Question
A nurse is contributing to the plan of care for a client who has AIDS and has malnutrition. Which of the following actions should the nurse include in the plan of care?
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Correct Answer:
Provide a high-calorie diet.
Rationale:
🔷 Clients with AIDS often experience wasting syndrome and increased metabolic demands, requiring a diet high in calories.
🔷 Malnutrition weakens the immune system, which is already compromised in AIDS, making calorie-rich foods essential for immune support.
🔷 Weight loss and muscle wasting are common, so calorie-dense nutrition helps preserve lean body mass.
🔷 A high-calorie diet also supports better wound healing and energy levels, promoting overall functional status.
🔷 This dietary approach aligns with clinical priorities to optimize nutritional intake and improve outcomes in immunocompromised clients
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This question is from ATI LPN Adult Medical Surgical~2023 which contains 83 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: LPN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: LPN ATI Exams
- Domain: Medical-Surgical
- Answer Choices: 4