An older adult's nutritional status may decline if they have arthritis because
a. it is associated with loss of appetite.
b. their ability to prepare food may be im-paired.
c. taste changes may cause food to be unap-petizing.
d. it causes an increase in protein and nu-trient requirements.
B
Arthritis causes joint stiffness and pain that may make it difficult for older adults to prepare food. Arthritis does not affect appetite, sense of taste, or protein and nutrient requirements.
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