A person with peptic ulcer disease says, 'I feel so much better now that I've stopped eating.' The nurse realises that this person is at risk of developing which nursing diagnosis?

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The person's statement indicates that they have stopped eating, which puts them at risk for imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements. This person may be experiencing relief from their symptoms of peptic ulcer disease due to decreased stimulation of stomach acid from not eating, but long-term avoidance of food can lead to malnutrition and other health complications.

A Person with Peptic Ulcer Disease Says, 'I Feel So