Use the Following Information to Answer Questions

Use the following information to answer questions.
A 75-year-old female reports having lost 20 pounds in the last 3 months and now weighs 100 pounds;she is 5'3".She is complaining that food has lost its taste,and when she does eat,she develops severe heartburn.She is now in your office for assessment.Her daily intake is ~1000 Calories with 35 g of protein.

-How does her intake compare to her estimated protein needs?

A) It is low;based on her current weight,she should be consuming at least 100 g per day.
B) It is high;based on her current weight,she should be consuming at least 25 g per day.
C) It is low;based on her current weight,she should be consuming between 45 and 70 g per day.
D) It is adequate to meet her needs based on her current weight and Calorie intake.