Identify the goal of a patient with the following nursing diagnosis: Imbalanced Nutrition: Less Than Body Requirements related to diet choices inadequate to meet nutrient requirements of pregnancy.

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

Identify the Goal of a Patient with the Following Nursing