TS is an 80 yo F admitted to the hospital with an exacerbation of COPD. She was diagnosed with the disease 20 years ago and now complains of shortness of breath, dyspnea, and an upset stomach. HT: 5'1" WT: 104# UBW: 115# What % weight loss has TS experienced?

a. 9.6%
b. 5.7%
c. 10.6%
d. 8.9%


a

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