The nurse has formulated a diagnosis of Imbalanced nutrition: Less than body requirements for the client.Which goal is most appropriate for this client to obtain?

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A weight gain of 30 pounds is one indication that the client has gained a sufficient amount for the nutritional needs of pregnancy.A daily supplement is not the best goal for this client and does not meet the basic need of proper nutrition during pregnancy.Decreasing snack foods may be needed and should be assessed; however,assessing weight gain is the best method of monitoring nutritional intake for this pregnant client.Although increasing the intake of complex carbohydrates is important for this client,monitoring the weight gain should be the end goal.

The Nurse Has Formulated a Diagnosis of Imbalanced Nutrition: Less