Typically, by the time signs and symptoms of poor nutrition appear in a body system, the condition is fairly severe. It is important for the nurse to conduct a complete health history to discover any concerns, such as changes in weight, anorexia, changes in the sense of taste or smell, and any difficulty chewing or swallowing. Discuss a time when your nursing assessment skills revealed a common or concerning symptom related to nutrition when caring for a patient. Additionally, discuss whether the patient had an ethnic, cultural, or spiritual variation regarding nutritional intake or status.

Assigned Readings

• Wilson, Susan F. and Giddens, Jean F. (2017). Health assessment for nursing practice (6th ed.). St.Louis, MO: Mosby.
  • Chapters 8, 10
  • Must be APA Format
  • Must be 200-250 words