The nurse admitting a new patient to the medical-surgical unit is conducting a dietary history. What information should the nurse include? Select all that apply.

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A dietary history should include basic eating habits, food preferences, attitudes toward food, and any cultural dietary restrictions to ensure that the patient's nutritional needs and preferences are met while in care. BMI is a measure of body fat based on height and weight, not a dietary history component.

The Nurse Admitting a New Patient to the Medical-Surgical Unit