Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 79%
Simulated
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who wants to lose 0.9 kg (2 lb) of body fat per week. The nurse knows that 0.45 kg (1 lb) of body fat is equal to 3,500 calories. The nurse should instruct the client to reduce his daily caloric intake by how many calories?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
To lose 2 lb per week, a 7,000-calorie deficit is needed (3,500 x 2). Dividing by 7 days gives a daily reduction of 1,000 calories, which is a safe and effective approach.