When teaching the older adult about nutritional needs during aging, what does the nurse emphasize?
a. Need for all nutrients decreases as one ages.
b. Fewer calories, but the same or slightly increased amount of protein, are required as one ages.
c. Fats, carbohydrates, and protein should be decreased, but vitamin and mineral intake should be increased.
d. High-calorie oral supplements should be taken between meals to ensure that recommended nutrient needs are met.