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TS is an 80-year-old female 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 while eating and drinking.
 
HT: 5'1"          WT: 104 pounds          UBW: 115 pounds
 
What percent weight loss has TS experienced?

A. 7.8%
B. 8.3%
C. 9%
D. 9.6%
E. 10.5%


Answer: C

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