Sarah is a 21-year-old college student who has been diagnosed with Crohn's disease.She is underweight and has a poor appetite.Realizing that Sarah is at nutritional risk, the nurse advises that Sarah:

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Consuming enteral nutrition supplements will help Sarah receive adequate nutrition to improve her nutritional status. Increasing fiber in her diet may exacerbate her symptoms and does not address her poor appetite. Increasing milk intake may not be appropriate if Sarah is lactose intolerant or if she prefers other sources of nutrients. Eating more high-fat foods also does not address her poor appetite and may exacerbate her symptoms. Consuming an enteral nutrition supplement can help Sarah meet her nutritional needs and maintain her weight. Increasing fiber, consuming more milk or high-fat foods may exacerbate her symptoms and be counterproductive to her health.

Sarah Is a 21-Year-Old College Student Who Has Been Diagnosed