Older adults plagued with chronic health problems may become undernourished because they _________________________________. (Select all that apply.)
a. are too fatigued to prepare meals.
b. become frustrated when attempting to open packaging.
c. may be unable to carry groceries any distance.
d. have no interest in eating.
e. lack stamina to shop for groceries.
ANS: A, B, C, D, E
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