An older adult interested in nutrition asks the community health nurse about the number of calories that he or she should eat every day. Which of the following would be most appropriate?
A) 800 to 1,200 calories
B) 1,200 to 1,600 calories
C) 1,600 to 2,000 calories
D) 2,000 to 2,400 calories
Ans: B
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