The Nurse Is Discussing a New Diet Prescription with a Client

Multiple Choice

The nurse is discussing a new diet prescription with a client who is seeking help to lose weight.The client asks the nurse how to best balance the new diet.Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

A) "Your diet should consist of 1,250-1,500 calories per day, with 15% of the calories being sources of protein."
B) "Your diet should be consist of 750-1,000 calories per day, with less than 15% of the total calories coming from fat."
C) "Your diet should simply cut 500 calories per day from your normal intake."
D) "Your diet should consist of 1,000-1,200 calories per day, with less than 15% of the total calories coming from fat."