A client with HIV is six feet tall and weighs 176 pounds. He has lost 20 pounds in the past six weeks even though he says he has been eating. What teaching would be most appropriate?
a. limit fluids so he can take in more nutrient-dense foods
b. include a multivitamin-mineral supplement daily
c. increase protein to 160-200 grams per day
d. increase total kcalories to 2500 daily
c
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children? A) trans fats B) hunger C) overweight D) sugary snacks
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
In comparison with the iron needs of younger women, those of older women
a. decrease because of slower turnover of red blood cells b. decrease because of menopause c. increase because iron absorption becomes less efficient d. increase because oxygen use is less efficient
Quick, large changes in weight are most likely the result of all of the following except: a. changes in fat stores
b. changes in body fluid content. c. changes in electrolytes and fluid balance. d. changes in lean tissues such as muscles. e. changes in bone minerals.