Why is checking food availability necessary for a patient?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: To make the plan realistic and followable
A dietary plan must be based on foods that the patient can actually obtain, afford, prepare, and eat. Checking availability helps the nutrition professional adapt recommendations to local markets, season, family resources, cultural practices, and access to cooking facilities. A plan containing unavailable foods will not be followed consistently, even if it is nutritionally sound on paper. Therefore, availability is essential for practical and sustainable care.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
To make the plan realistic and followable
Why is this the correct answer?
A dietary plan must be based on foods that the patient can actually obtain, afford, prepare, and eat. Checking availability helps the nutrition professional adapt recommendations to local markets, season, family resources, cultural practices, and access to cooking facilities. A plan containing unavailable foods will not be followed consistently, even if it is nutritionally sound on paper. Therefore, availability is essential for practical and sustainable care.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Concerns and Needs in Diverse Contexts. Topic: Resource availability and management in family contexts.
