Which is an example of a hospitalization risk factor that causes weight loss and malnutrition in older adults?

A. decreased nutrient needs
B. vision changes
C. increased access to food from supermarkets and convenience stores
D. missed meals due to medical tests
E. cardiovascular disease


Answer: D

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