A client diagnosed with negative nitrogen balance tells the nurse about participating in ritualistic fasts as a part of his culture.The client abstains from all food for several days at a time.What should the nurse discuss with the client regarding this practice?

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The nurse should discuss the need to ingest some carbohydrates for body functions, as carbohydrates are essential for energy and preventing further negative nitrogen balance.

A Client Diagnosed with Negative Nitrogen Balance Tells the Nurse