A nurse assesses a child's usual food intake using a 24-hour dietary recall. Which information is most important to record?
Correct answer: B. All foods, drinks, portions, and times consumed
- A. Only the foods the child likes most
- B. All foods, drinks, portions, and times consumed
- C. Only the number of meals eaten outside the home
- D. Only the family's estimate of the child's appetite
Explanation
A 24-hour recall is useful only when it includes all foods and drinks, approximate amounts, and the time of intake. Recording preferences or appetite alone does not estimate nutrient intake accurately.
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