Nurses can promote nutritional balance through several strategies:
- Patient Education: Informing patients about the importance of a balanced diet and how to achieve it. - Meal Planning: Assisting in the creation of meal plans that cater to the patient's specific health needs. - Monitoring Intake: Keeping track of what patients eat and providing feedback. - Collaborating with Dietitians: Working alongside registered dietitians to develop comprehensive nutritional plans. - Addressing Barriers: Identifying and addressing barriers to proper nutrition, such as financial constraints, lack of access to healthy foods, or cultural preferences.
