The nurse is obtaining the height and weight of an older adult client. The client asks why the height is 1 inch less than last year. Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate?

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The most appropriate response is to explain that height decreases with age due to musculoskeletal changes. This is a normal part of aging and is not something to be concerned about. Option A is incorrect and could cause unnecessary anxiety in the client. Option B is dismissive of the client's concerns and does not provide a helpful explanation. Option D does not address the client's question about why their height decreased from last year.

The Nurse Is Obtaining the Height and Weight of an Older