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Author Question: A client weighs 228 pounds (103.6 kg) and is 5'3 (160 cm) tall. What is this client's body mass ... (Read 76 times)

sammy

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on: Jun 25, 2018
A client weighs 228 pounds (103.6 kg) and is 5'3 (160 cm) tall. What is this client's body mass index (BMI)?
 
  (Record your answer using a decimal rounded up to the nearest tenth.) _____

Question 2

When working with older adults to promote good nutrition, what actions by the nurse are most appropriate? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Allow uninterrupted time for eating.
  b. Assess dentures for appropriate fit.
  c. Ensure the client has glasses on when eating.
  d. Provide salty foods that the client can taste.
  e. Serve high-calorie, high-protein snacks.


fatboyy09

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS:
40.4
Using the formula :
, or 40.4 rounded up to the nearest tenth.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C, E
Older adults need unhurried and uninterrupted time for eating. Dentures should fit appropriately and glasses, if used, should be on. High-calorie, high-protein snacks are a good choice. Salty snacks are not recommended because all adults should limit sodium in their diets.


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