The nurse who is educating a client about weight gain correctly states that as little as 10 surplus calories each day can lead to a weight gain of ___ pound(s) per year
What will be an ideal response?
Correct Answer: 1
Rationale: Changes in weight are due to an energy imbalance. For example, an imbalance of as little as 10 surplus calories per day can lead to a 1-lb weight gain each year.
Global Rationale: Changes in weight are due to an energy imbalance. For example, an imbalance of as little as 10 surplus calories per day can lead to a 1-lb weight gain each year.
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