A 16-year-old girl is being seen at the clinic for gastrointestinal complaints and weight loss.The nurse determines that many of her complaints may be related to erratic eating patterns,eating predominantly fast foods,and high caffeine intake.In this situation,which is most appropriate when collecting current dietary intake information?

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Food diaries require the individual to write down everything consumed for a certain time period.Because of the erratic eating patterns of this individual,assessing dietary intake over a few days would produce more accurate information regarding eating patterns.Direct observation is best used with young children or older adults.

A 16-Year-Old Girl Is Being Seen at the Clinic for Gastrointestinal