A nurse understands that the effects of different variables on a client’s health beliefs and practices can help healthcare provi
ders to plan and deliver individualized care. Which statement made by the client should the nurse consider as an influence of the client’s intellectual background on his or her health beliefs?
Don't include eggs in my diet because eggs contribute to excess body heat.
Explanation:
Most people have this general misconception about egg. Some will say egg is a poison, egg increases the cholesterol levels in the body. Just like the client here said "don't include eggs in my diet because egg contribute to excess body heat".
The good news is that over the years, several studies have been carried out on egg and it's inherent nutrients. Most of these studies have ascertained that eggs are good and will improve our health because they contain nutrients that are difficult to find in other foods.
In conclusion, nutritional needs should be individualized
