Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 85%
Simulated
The nurse caring for a client diagnosed with ParkinsonÔÇÖs disease writes a problem of 'impaired nutrition.' Which nursing intervention would be included in the plan of care?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
PD can impair fine motor skills, making eating difficult. Consulting an occupational therapist (A) for adaptive appliances supports nutritional intake. Low-fat diets (B) are not specific, nuts/breads (C) may be hard to chew, and six soft meals (D) may not address motor issues.