Which of These Interventions Is Most Appropriate When the Nurse

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of these interventions is most appropriate when the nurse is planning nutritional interventions for a healthy, active 74-year-old woman?

• A) Decreasing the amount of carbohydrates to prevent lean muscle catabolism
• B) Increasing the amount of soy and tofu in her diet to promote bone growth and reverse osteoporosis
• C) Increasing the number of calories she is eating because of the increased energy needs of the older adult
• D) Decreasing the number of calories she is eating because of the decrease in energy requirements from the loss of lean body mass

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