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meal-set up and self-feeding. Functional capacity does not interfere with nutrition status = 0 points up and feed self. Metabolic Stress (as it relates to nutrition status) -The Veteran presented with significant metabolic stress due to the following medical diagnoses ESRD, unstable angina, hyperkalemia, volume overload, and metabolic acidosis. As time went on during his admission and more diagnoses occurred; his body was under continuous amounts of metabolic stress. Patient with significant metabolic stress = 2 points -Due to increased metabolic stress, this Veteran’s estimated energy needs are going to be much greater than a healthy individual. -Proper energy, protein, and fluid needs are warranted in order to prevent catabolism and resuscitate/rehabilitate the body. Physical Nutrition Assessment -I observed the following during my nutrition focused physical exam: - Poor-fitting dentures likely due to unintended weight loss. -Encourage adequate energy/protein intake to prevent malnutrition, reduce