Which of the Following Statements Is True About Nutrition in Elderly

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about nutrition in elderly patients?

• A) People over the age of 30 should decrease their caloric intake by 10% to 15%.
• B) Elderly patients do not require as much protein as younger patients.
• C) Elderly patients should increase their intake of high-fiber foods.
• D) Energy and metabolic requirements usually increase with age.
• E) Elderly patients should restrict their fluid intake to avoid nocturia.

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