A resident's family member asks you to encourage the resident to eat more food, but the resident says they are not hungry. What should you do?

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Accepted Answer

Respect the resident's autonomy to decide about eating and report concerns to the nurse. The correct answer is B. Residents have the right to make decisions about eating and their own care. Family preferences do not override resident autonomy. Concerns should be reported to nurses for assessment. Choice A violates resident rights. Choice C doesn't address the concern appropriately. Choice D is deceptive and manipulative.