The nurse is working with a 23-year-old client to develop a menu plan for a 2000-calorie food plan. After presenting MyPlate options, the client decides on a menu for the day. Which of the following is the best option for this client?
A) 1 cup steamed spinach, 3 oz poached salmon with dill, 1 small apple, 1 cup hot tea sweetened with 1 tsp sugar
B) 2 slices white bread, 1 tbsp mayo, 2 slices bologna, 1 slice American cheese, 1 tsp mustard
C) 1 cup yogurt with fruit, 1 cup spilt pea and ham soup, 1 cup coffee with creamer and sugar
D) 2 cups spaghetti with meatball sauce, 2 cups salad with lettuce, carrots, celery, radishes, green peppers, green onions, and 3 tbsp ranch dressing
A
Feedback:
MyPlate guidelines encourage a variety of fruit and vegetables without added solid fats and sugars. Refined grains, whole-fat dairy products, and empty calories are not recommended. The meal option of spinach, salmon, apple, and tea best follows the guidelines in variety and portion sizes.
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