RN hesi fundamentals
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Question 19 :
The nurse is admitting an older client with possible malnutrition. Which parameters are most indicative of the client's nutritional status?
Weight loss history and body surface area (BSA) may provide some information but are not comprehensive indicators of nutritional status.
Body mass index (BMI) and serum albumin level are commonly used indicators of nutritional status, providing information about both weight and protein status.
Triceps skinfold and mid-arm circumference may provide some information about body composition but may not be as comprehensive as BMI and serum albumin.
24-hour food recall, food preferences, and allergies provide information about dietary habits but do not directly assess nutritional status.
Correct Answer: B