The nurse is conducting a physical assessment for a middle-age adult female client during an annual exam. When discussing the importance of diet and exercise, which with the nurse include in the teaching session?
Select all that apply.
A) Increasing caloric intake
B) Decreasing the intake of grains, fruits, and vegetables
C) Increasing fat and cholesterol intake
D) Encouraging adequate calcium intake
E) Engaging in regular physical activity
Answer: D, E
Counseling for the middle-aged client includes the importance of limiting fat and cholesterol intake, encouraging adequate calcium intake for females, and engaging in regular physical activity. The client should be counseled to maintain caloric balance and increase the intake of grains, fruits, and vegetables.
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