Which of the Following Interventions Is Most Appropriate When the Nurse

Which of the following interventions is most appropriate when the nurse is planning nutritional interventions for a healthy,active 74-year-old woman?

A) Decrease the amount of carbohydrates to prevent lean muscle catabolism.
B) Increase the amount of soy and tofu in her diet to promote bone growth and reverse osteoporosis.
C) Decrease the number of calories she is eating because of the decrease in energy requirements from loss of lean body mass.
D) Increase the number of calories she is eating because of the increased energy needs of the elderly.