The nurse is evaluating a list of clients that may require a detailed nutritional assessment. Which client should the nurse recognize would most benefit from a detailed nutritional assessment?
A. A 50-year-old male who reported that he lost 10 pounds in 6 weeks without even trying.
B. A 2-year-old whose mother stated that he seems to be growing faster than she can buy him clothes.
C. A 35-year-old female who has gained 10 pounds in a year after the birth of her first child.
D. A 21-year-old female who has just begun college and has lost 5 pounds in the first semester.
Answer: A
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