A 45-year-old patient says, "I'm gaining weight but I'm not eating any differently than I did years ago." What should the nurse realize is occurring with this patient?

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As individuals age, their metabolic rate decreases, which can lead to weight gain even with no changes in their diet or exercise habits. This is known as age-related weight gain. The other choices are not relevant to the situation described.

A 45-Year-Old Patient Says, "I'm Gaining Weight but I'm Not