The nurse is planning strategies to improve the appetite of a patient with anorexia. Which of the following would be beneficial?

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Offering alcoholic drinks can be appealing and increase appetite; therefore, the nurse should offer the patient a 4-ounce glass of wine with dinner. Large portions of food served on large plates can be overwhelming and cause further reluctance to eat. Highly aromatic food should be avoided, because while stimulating for a healthy individual, the aromas can be unpleasant for an ill individual Cold foods are more appealing than hot. The family should not coax the patient into eating more but should be counseled about ways to help improve the patient's appetite.

The Nurse Is Planning Strategies to Improve the Appetite of a Patient