A patient with an immune deficiency disorder has been admitted to the medical unit due to a current infection and weight loss of 12% of his body weight.Which nutritional intervention is most appropriate for this patient?

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Foods high in protein will not only help with increasing weight but will aid in synthesizing needed antibodies for this condition.Fats,vitamin C,and vitamin B₁₂ will not address either the need for weight gain or antibody synthesis.

A Patient with an Immune Deficiency Disorder Has Been Admitted