The nurse in a community health clinic is aware of the significant problems with nutrition in the older adult population. What percentage of older adults living on their own consume fewer than 1,000 calories per day?
A) 8%
B) 16%
C) 24%
D) 32%
Ans: B
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Approximately 16% of community-dwelling older adults consume fewer than 1,000 calories per day. Due to various factors, an estimated 40% of men and 30% of women 75 years or older are at least 10% underweight.
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