What is the Role of Nurses in Managing Niacin Deficiency?
Nurses play a pivotal role in the management of niacin deficiency, including:
- Assessment: Conducting thorough dietary and medical assessments to identify at-risk individuals. - Education: Providing education on the importance of a balanced diet and sources of niacin. - Monitoring: Regularly monitoring patients for improvement in symptoms and adherence to treatment plans. - Support: Offering emotional support and addressing barriers to proper nutrition, such as financial constraints or lack of access to healthy foods.
