Which tool is the best choice for a nurse to use as a quick screening tool to assess a patient's dietary intake?
A) Food diary
B) Calorie count
C) Comprehensive diet history
D) 24-hour recall

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Twenty-four-hour recall is useful as a quick screening tool to assess dietary intake. A food diary provides detailed information, but is not convenient and requires a follow-up visit. A calorie count requires several days to collect data and requires a trained dietitian to analyze the results. A comprehensive diet history may provide more accurate reflection of nutrient intake, but is time-consuming to acquire and requires a trained/skilled dietary interviewer.

Which Tool Is the Best Choice for a Nurse to Use