Which of the following is not a cause of poor food intake in persons with severe COPD?
A)medications
B)dyspnea
C)lower energy needs
D)change in taste perception

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Persons with severe COPD actually have higher energy needs due to the increased work of breathing. Therefore, lower energy needs are not a cause of poor food intake in this population. Persons with severe COPD actually have higher energy needs due to the increased amount of work required to breathe. The other options (medications, dyspnea, change in taste perception) can all contribute to poor food intake in persons with severe COPD.

Which of the Following Is Not a Cause of Poor