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Multiple Choice 1 point
A 76-year-old woman is seen at the clinic where she is diagnosed with protein malnutrition. She is 5'1" tall and weighs 94 lb. In order to teach the older adult about meeting dietary needs, the gerontological nurse should:
focus on the use of protein combinations of beans and rice.
ask the older adult to describe her typical dietary intake.
encourage the older adult to increase milk and meat intake as primary protein sources.
stress the need for using liquid protein supplements.
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