LPN ATI Fundamental Exam Paredes
LPN ATI Fundamental Exam Paredes ( 50 Questions)
When considering the nutritional needs of the older adult, you know that:
Older adults often experience decreased taste and smell sensitivity, leading to reduced appetite and interest in food.
While tissue repair might be needed, aging doesn't necessarily demand more calories solely for this purpose.
Taste preferences may change with age, but not necessarily a universal decrease in the taste for sweets.
Nutrient requirements may remain relatively stable or decrease due to changes in metabolism and decreased activity levels rather than solely due to cell loss.
A. Older adults often experience decreased taste and smell sensitivity, leading to reduced appetite and interest in food.
B. While tissue repair might be needed, aging doesn't necessarily demand more calories solely for this purpose.
C. Taste preferences may change with age, but not necessarily a universal decrease in the taste for sweets.
D. Nutrient requirements may remain relatively stable or decrease due to changes in metabolism and decreased activity levels rather than solely due to cell loss.