Patient Data Exhibits Review H and P, nurse's notes, and flow sheet. The nurse educates the client on the importance of protein and energy intake as the client transitions to eating food. Click to select the statements by the client that indicate understanding of provided education.

"My caloric intake will need to be higher than usual because my body is recovering."

"If I see swelling in my hands. and feet, it is an indication that I am eating too much protein."

"I cannot get enough protein to heal properly with a vegetarian diet."

"Some plant-based proteins are missing one or more of the essential amino acids."

"Eating a variety of plant-based proteins helps to assure that I am getting the complete benefits of protein."