The nurse identifies a nursing diagnosis of imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements for a patient who is hospitalized with an acute exacerbation of Crohn's disease, based on the finding of

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A hemoglobin count of 10 g/dl indicates that the patient's iron and possibly protein intake are low. Fatigue and weakness may be due to the acute inflammatory response and to lack of rest because of frequent stools. A 2-pound weight loss over 2 days is not unusual in patients who are well nourished. A 1500-calorie diet may be sufficient to meet patient needs, depending on the patient's size.

The Nurse Identifies a Nursing Diagnosis of Imbalanced Nutrition: Less