The nurse is instructing an older patient on the use of My Plate to ensure an adequate nutritional intake. Which food items would the nurse teach the patient to fill on one-half of the plate? Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Oils
2. Fruits
3. Grains
4. Proteins
5. Vegetables
2,5
Rationale: Oils are to be used sparingly and would only use the small circle in the middle of the plate.
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