The nurse is evaluating nutritional teaching provided to a patient recovering from 24% total body surface area burns.Which information indicates that teaching has been effective?

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The serum protein level of 7.1 g/dL indicates that the patient's protein levels are adequate, which is important for burn healing and recovery. Weight loss and edema suggest inadequate nutrition, while a low serum albumin level indicates malnutrition.

The Nurse Is Evaluating Nutritional Teaching Provided to a Patient