Which nursing actions will the nurse take to assess for possible malnutrition in an older adult patient ?

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The laboratory results,especially albumin and cholesterol levels,may indicate chronic poor protein intake or high-fat or high-cholesterol intake. Transportation affects the patient's ability to shop for groceries. Depression may lead to decreased appetite. Oral sores or teeth in poor condition may decrease the ability to chew and swallow. Food likes and dislikes are not necessarily associated with malnutrition.

Which Nursing Actions Will the Nurse Take to Assess for Possible