Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 66%
Simulated
One month following a subtotal gastrectomy for cancer, the nurse is evaluating the nursing care goal related to nutrition. Which of the following indicates that the client has attained the goal? The client has:
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Achieving optimal nutritional status, whether through oral or parenteral feedings, is the primary goal one month post-gastrectomy, as it indicates the client is meeting nutritional needs.