Why should a dietitian know the patient's age?
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Correct answer: Nutritional requirements may change with age
Age affects growth, metabolism, energy needs, and requirements for nutrients such as protein, calcium, iron, and vitamin D. Infants, adolescents, adults, pregnant people, and older adults therefore need different considerations. A dietitian uses age with health and activity information to individualise a plan, so option A is correct.
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Nutritional requirements may change with age
Why is this the correct answer?
Age affects growth, metabolism, energy needs, and requirements for nutrients such as protein, calcium, iron, and vitamin D. Infants, adolescents, adults, pregnant people, and older adults therefore need different considerations. A dietitian uses age with health and activity information to individualise a plan, so 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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