John Wilson is a 74-year-old retired schoolteacher. He is 5'8" tall and weighs 136 pounds. His wife died nine months ago. During a routine visit to the doctor, it was noted that his weight had decreased 21 pounds since his visit a year ago. Mr. Wilson does not have any medical problems, though he does report feeling depressed and lonely. The physician ordered a panel of lab tests including

hemoglobin, hematocrit, and albumin, which all were low.
What is Mr. Wilson's percent usual body weight?

a. 86.6%
b. 88.3%
c. 113.2%
d. 115.4%


a

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