The nurse is assisting an aging client with nutritional needs. Which of the following facts should the nurse keep in mind when planning meals for this client?
A) Older adults absorb nutrients more quickly.
B) Older adults have reduced caloric needs.
C) Older adults' specific nutrient requirements vary greatly from younger people.
D) Older adults' fat intake should not exceed approximately 10% of total caloric intake.
B
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Older adults absorb nutrients more slowly, and their caloric needs are reduced because of the slowing of metabolism. In general, older adults need to consume fewer calories while meeting their specific nutrient requirements, which vary only slightly from those of younger people. The older adult's fat intake should not exceed approximately 35% of total caloric intake.
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