Management of CareQuestion 192 of 2368
A client with a limited income tells the nurse that they often skip meals because they cannot afford fresh food. Which action should the nurse take?
- Tell the client to buy more prepackaged foods
- Refer the client to a social worker or case manager
- Document the statement and take no further action
- Advise the client to eat only one meal each day
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Correct answer: Refer the client to a social worker or case manager
Nurses refer at-risk clients to social workers and case managers for help applying for programs that reduce food insecurity.
Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Nutrition: Economic Resources. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Management of Care"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026