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A. weight below client's usual weight or below normal for client's age, height, and body frame
B. abnormal BUN and low serum albumin, Hct, Hb, and lymphocyte levels
C. weakness and fatigue
D. sore, inflamed oral mucous membrane
E. pale conjunctiva.
2. Monitor percentage of meals and snacks client consumes. Report a pattern of inadequate intake.
5. Consult physician about an alternative method of providing nutrition (e.g. parenteral nutrition,
tube feedings) if client does not consume enough food or fluids to meet nutritional needs.