The nurse is discussing proper nutrition with older community members at a senior citizen center. What should the nurse teach as general guidelines for healthy older individuals? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Calcium intake should be 1,000 mg for those over the age of 51 years.
2. Older individuals need to take supplements of vitamins A, C, E, and K.
3. Vitamin D intake should be 600 IU up to age 70 and 800 IU if older than 70.
4. Ingest at least 0.8 grams of protein for each kilogram of body weight each day
5. Fluid intake each day should be at least 13 cups for men and 9 cups for women.
3,4,5
Rationale: Calcium intake should be 1,200 mg for those over the age of 51 years.
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