A patient has not eaten since admission to the long-term care facility 2 days ago.Which is the best initial intervention for the nurse to prevent malnutrition in this patient?

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Assessing the patient for possible reasons for the lack of intake is the best initial intervention as it helps identify underlying issues that can be addressed to improve the patient's nutritional status.

A Patient Has Not Eaten Since Admission to the Long-Term