Safety and emergenciesQuestion 142 of 1700
What can poor nutritional intake lead to?
- Faster wound healing and fewer infections in the skin
- Stronger muscles and better balance when walking
- Better sleep and a calmer mood during the daytime
- Skin breakdown, infection, and decline in function
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Correct answer: Skin breakdown, infection, and decline in function
Too little food can harm skin and weaken the resident overall.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 3.3: Resident Environment
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026