The nurse is preparing to conduct a focused interview on a client who reports a recent weight gain. Which inquiry by the nurse is the most appropriate for this client?
A. "Please tell me about what foods and beverages you have consumed for the past 24 hours."
B. "Are you eating your meals late in the day?"
C. "Have you noticed your energy level has decreased with your recent weight gain?
D. "Have you increased your carbohydrate intake?"
Answer: A
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