176. A community health nurse is caring for an elderly patient who is experiencing financial hardship and struggling to afford groceries. What clinical nursing intervention is most appropriate?
A.
Tell them to budget better
B.
Assess for food insecurity, connect to food banks, meal programs, and apply for government assistance programs like SNAP
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C.
Ignore their financial situation
D.
Only provide dietary advice
📖 Additional Information
Tell them to budget better
Assess for food insecurity, connect to food banks, meal programs, and apply for government assistance programs like SNAP
