The nurse advises the coach about relevant nutritional concerns for athletes, which include:
a. A good training diet increases carbohydrates
b. Protein supplements should be used
c. Sodium and potassium tablets should be administered to prevent losses
d. Caffeine and alcohol deplete water and should be avoided
D
A good diet includes foods from all of the food groups. Protein supplements should be avoided. Sodium and potassium should be replaced by a well-balanced diet. Caffeine and alcohol should be avoided because they increase dehydration (minors should not be consuming alcohol for legal reasons, as well). Carbohydrates should not be used as the sole energy source.
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