Protein needs continue to increase until about age 24 years ...

[cherise1989]

Protein needs continue to increase until about age 24 years because
 
  a. height continues to increase.
  b. lean body mass continues to increase.
  c. protein metabolism becomes less efficient.
  d. higher protein intake prevents conversion of muscle to body fat.

Question 2

A client is trying to understand where cheese fits into the MyPlate for Older Adults. The nurse explains that according to this plan, cheese is in which section?
 
  A) Protein B) Milk C) Dairy D) Fat

[nathang24]

Answer to Question 1

B
Protein needs continue to increase until about age 24 years because lean body mass continues to increase in both men and women. This increase in lean body mass is not necessarily accompanied by an increase in height. Efficiency of protein metabolism is not diminished at this age. Exercise, rather than higher protein intake, prevents conversion of muscle to body fat.

Answer to Question 2

A
Feedback:
Cheese, yogurt, and cottage cheese are part of the protein group in the modified MyPlate for Older Adults. Milk is in the liquid category.

[cherise1989]

Thank you!

[nathang24]

Always glad to help...