While instructing a client on the body's nutritional needs, the nurse would include that the majority of calories consumed daily should be supplied from:
1. vitamins.
2. fats.
3. carbohydrates.
4. proteins.
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To meet the body's nutritional needs, 45% to 65% of calories should come from carbohydrates. Fat intake should be limited to 20% to 35% of daily calories. Protein intake should be limited to 10% to 35% of total calories. There is no percentage of caloric intake each day for vitamins.
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