Question

4 — senior adults (75+)
learning objective: determine the nutritional needs of senior adults.
which of the following calorie ranges would be appropriate for senior adult women?

a.) 1,200–1,500 per day

b.) 2,500–2,900 per day

c.) 1,600–2,000 per day

d.) 2,100–2,400 per day

Explanation:

Senior adult women (75+) typically have lower energy needs due to reduced activity levels and metabolic rate. The calorie range of 1,200–1,500 per day is appropriate for meeting their nutritional requirements while accounting for these physiological changes. Higher ranges (like b, c, d) are too high for most senior women's energy expenditure and needs.

Answer:

a.) 1,200–1,500 per day