Case Study
Ms.Smith is an 85-year-old female admitted to the hospital with a hip fracture and dehydration.She is awaiting surgery.Her family reports that she lives alone and has been showing signs of dementia in the last month.The medical doctor requests a nutritional consultation because the nurse reports that Ms.Smith is not eating well.
Ht: 5'5'' Wt: 110# UBW: 125# (6 months ago)
Alb 2.8 g/dL Hgb 12 g/dL Prealbumin 14 mg/dL
TLC 2500
-Which of the following types of food and nutrition data gathering would be the most appropriate for Ms Smith?

Question

Case Study
Ms.Smith is an 85-year-old female admitted to the hospital with a hip fracture and dehydration.She is awaiting surgery.Her family reports that she lives alone and has been showing signs of dementia in the last month.The medical doctor requests a nutritional consultation because the nurse reports that Ms.Smith is not eating well.
Ht: 5'5''                Wt: 110#            UBW: 125# (6 months ago)
Alb 2.8 g/dL         Hgb 12 g/dL         Prealbumin 14 mg/dL
TLC 2500
-Which of the following types of food and nutrition data gathering would be the most appropriate for Ms Smith?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A calorie count is most appropriate in a hospital setting to monitor Ms. Smith's actual intake, especially since she is not eating well and is awaiting surgery.

Case Study Ms.Smith Is an 85-Year-Old Female Admitted to the Hospital with Hospital