A group of middle-aged clients are inquiring about nutritional related health problems inherent in their age group. In order to best address these concerns of this specific age group, the nurse will:

Question

1. Provide information, including a website, regarding age specific diet plans.
2. Give all clients a handout on diets recommended by the ADA.
3. Tell the clients to check with their physician before dieting.
4. Have them write to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Answer 1

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: Decreased metabolic activity and decreased physical activity mean a decrease in caloric needs. This particular age group must be educated regarding nutrition, exercise, and the relationship to chronic diseases such as diabetes mellitus and heart problems.
Rationale 2: This option does not necesaily address the concerns of this specific age group.
Rationale 3: While this information is not incorrect, is the nurse's responsibility to provide general information, education, and sources for clients seeking improvement in their nutritional lives that would include but not be limited to encouragement to check with their physician before dieting.
Rationale 4: While encouraging the individuals to write of information is not incorrect, in this situation t is the nurse's responsibility to provide information, education, and sources for clients seeking improvement in their nutritional lives.