Isa has a BMI of 28 and she also has high cholesterol.
When the stroke liaison nurse talks to Isa on the ward, Isa tells her that she has a good diet as she doesn’t have a sweet tooth and never eats puddings or cakes. When asked about what she has at mealtimes, Isa then reveals that she goes to the bingo several days a week where she has the daily special. She particularly likes the ‘fish tea’ as it is only £3.00! For further information see Topic Loops below.
The liaison nurse sees this as an opportunity for a brief intervention and shows Isa the eatwell plate.
Isa had thought because it was white fish it was healthy but hadn’t accounted for the batter coating or the chips!
As a result of the brief intervention, Isa has decided she would like more information about healthy eating. She is going home tomorrow, so the liaison nurse arranges for Isa to see the dietitian when she is at the day hospital for further advice.
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Page last reviewed: 05 May 2020
