Why is food intake observed along with weight in modified diet review?
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Correct answer: Intake alone does not show outcome and weight alone does not show cause
Food-intake records show what and how much the patient actually consumes, whereas weight reflects a broader result influenced by fluid balance, illness, metabolism, and body composition. Considering both helps identify inadequate intake, poor response, fluid changes, or unintended weight loss and supports appropriate diet adjustment. Therefore, option A is correct.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Intake alone does not show outcome and weight alone does not show cause
Why is this the correct answer?
Food-intake records show what and how much the patient actually consumes, whereas weight reflects a broader result influenced by fluid balance, illness, metabolism, and body composition. Considering both helps identify inadequate intake, poor response, fluid changes, or unintended weight loss and supports appropriate diet adjustment. Therefore, option A is correct.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics.
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