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The nurse’s assessment findings of the hospitalized older adult include: BP 96/64 mm Hg, P 118 bpm, RR 20/minute, weight 110 lb with an 8-lb weight loss in the last 3 months due to severe loss of appetite from chemotherapy, and BMI of 19. The client reports fatigue so does not go out, but is able to get around the house. Though tired, the client responds appropriately and clearly to questions and denies psychological issues. What score should the nurse assign to the client when completing the Geriatric Mini Nutrition Assessment?

Correct Answer: 4

Rationale: Score: Severe appetite loss = 0; >3 kg weight loss = 0; mobility (bed/chair but not out) = 1; acute disease (cancer) = 0; no psychological issues = 2; BMI 19 = 1.
Total = 4.

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