A nurse is caring for a client who has experienced a stroke, decreased weight, and a decreased prealbumin. Which of the following interdisciplinary team members should the nurse anticipate collaborating with about the client's condition?

A. Occupational therapist: An occupational therapist helps clients regain skills for daily living, such as dressing and grooming. They are not primarily involved in managing nutritional concerns like decreased weight or prealbumin levels. B. Physical therapist: A physical therapist focuses on mobility, strength, and balance. While essential in stroke recovery, they are not directly responsible for addressing nutritional issues such as decreased weight or prealbumin. C. Dietitian: A dietitian is the most appropriate team member for managing the client’s decreased weight and prealbumin. They assess nutritional needs and develop plans to address deficiencies, ensuring the client gets adequate nutrition. D. Respiratory therapist: A respiratory therapist manages breathing and oxygenation. They are not directly involved in addressing nutritional issues such as weight loss or prealbumin levels.