An Older-Adult Client Is Seen at the Health Clinic and Diagnosed

An older-adult client is seen at the health clinic and diagnosed with protein malnutrition. Which of the following actions is priority to be included in the teaching plan?

A) Suggest the use of liquid supplements as a way to increase protein intake.
B) Encourage the client to increase the dietary intake of meat, cheese, and milk.
C) Ask the client to record the intake of all foods and beverages for a 3-day period.
D) Focus on the use of combinations of beans and rice to improve daily protein intake.