An important nutritional consideration in the elderly population is
A) a decrease in protein requirements.
B) an increase in caloric requirements with age.
C) the potential for drug-nutrient interaction related to polypharmacy.
D) the presence of other diseases that decrease caloric needs.

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Patients taking multiple medications have a greater potential for drug-nutrient interactions; older adults may be taking multiple medications.

An Important Nutritional Consideration in the Elderly Population Is