Nursing Exam Review Multiple Choice Mr. Winslett is a COPD patient who is complaining of poor appetite, abdominal discomfort, and bloating. Which suggestion from the nurse is most appropriate for improving his food intake?
A) "Consume larger meals."
B) "Substitute beans for meat."
C) "Drink a supplement before eating."
D) "Eat smaller, more frequent meals."
E) "Increase fluid intake throughout the day."

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Eating smaller, more frequent meals can help improve Mr. Winslett's poor appetite, abdominal discomfort, and bloating. Consuming larger meals may cause further discomfort and bloating, while substituting beans for meat may not address the underlying issue of poor appetite. Drinking a supplement before eating may help increase nutrient intake, but it may not address the discomfort and bloating. Increasing fluid intake may be helpful overall, but it may not specifically address the issues with food intake.