He probably suffers from OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) because he is experiencing obsessive thoughts (His fear of germs) and compulsive actions (excessive handwashing)
The best response for the nurse would be to tell the mother that it usually goes away in a few days
Which is not part of the nutrition guidelines for vegetarians as recommended by the american die- tetic association?
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d. increase intake of refined foods.
The answer is provision of care