Nursing Care Plan for Nutrition Less Than Body Requirement

Assessment

• Subjective data: The patient may complain of fatigue, weakness, weight loss, and decreased appetite.
• Objective data: The patient may have a low body mass index (BMI), thin and frail appearance, and dry and dull skin.

Diagnosis

• Nutrition, less than body requirements

Planning

• Goal: The patient will maintain a healthy weight and nutritional status.
• Objectives:
  • The patient will consume an adequate number of calories to maintain a healthy weight.
  • The patient will consume a balanced diet that includes all essential nutrients.
  • The patient will be able to identify and avoid foods that trigger symptoms.

Interventions

• Monitor the patient’s weight and nutritional status.
• Provide the patient with a balanced diet that includes all essential nutrients.
• Encourage the patient to eat small, frequent meals.
• Help the patient to identify and avoid foods that trigger symptoms.
• Educate the patient about the importance of good nutrition.

Evaluation

• The patient’s weight and nutritional status should improve.
• The patient should be able to identify and avoid foods that trigger symptoms.
• The patient should have a better understanding of the importance of good nutrition.