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A 75-year-old female client reports that she has lost 20 pounds in the last 3 months and now weighs 100 pounds; she is 5?3?. She complains that food has lost its taste, and when she does eat, she develops severe heartburn. She is now in your office for assessment. Her daily intake is 1000 calories with 35 grams of protein. A sampling of her typical daily menu is as follows:
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1 cup nonfat milk
1 medium apple
1 slice bread + 3 Tbsp butter
1 cup black coffee + 3 Tbsp sugar
1/3cup cooked rice
1/2cup cooked zucchini
2 oz ground beef
1 cup orange juice
1 oz cheddar cheese
Black coffee
2 martinis before dinner
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Which diet-related activity would likely help with the client's heartburn?
A. consuming just one drink before dinner
B. consuming just one cup of coffee after dinner
C. restricting herself to a low-fat diet
D. eating a light breakfast but a big supper
E. a 30-minute nap after eating
Answer: C
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