The nurse educates a patient who is malnourished to increase foods that are considered complete protein sources to decrease the risk for infection. Which food choices indicate to the nurse the need for further teaching? Select all that apply.

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Corn is not a complete protein because it lacks some of the essential amino acids that the body cannot produce on its own. Complete proteins, such as milk, fish, eggs, and chicken, contain all the essential amino acids needed for proper health.

The Nurse Educates a Patient Who Is Malnourished to Increase