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Which of the following indicators is the most practical parameter for screening nutrition status in elderly clients? a. Weight change b. Serum albumin level c. Triceps skinfold thickness d. 24-hour dietary recall record - Correct answer-a. Weight change Answer (a) is the correct answer because in older clients, unintentional weight loss is associate with increased risk of depression, infection, overall poor nutrition status, and mortality. Answer (b) is not the correct answer because it is less practical as lab values are less easy to obtain than weight. Answer (c) is not the correct answer because it is less practical because accurate values can be difficult to obtain if the dietetic technician is not trained appropriately, and would need calipers. Answer (d) is not the correct answer because it can be subjective and may not give the "big picture" compared to weight chang