Exhibits The nurse discusses the keep to balance energy intake and output to maintain weight Click to indicate whether the following actions would be effective or ineffective for this client to achieve energy balance. Each row must have one option selected.

A. Select foods that are lower in caloric density Effective: Choosing foods that are lower in caloric density (such as fruits, vegetables, lean proteins) can help the client feel fuller with fewer calories. This can support weight maintenance or even weight loss if that is the goal. B. Increase exercise intensity Effective: Increasing exercise intensity can help the client burn more calories, contributing to energy expenditure. This can assist in achieving energy balance, particularly if the client wants to maintain her current weight while consuming adequate calories. C. Get up and walk at least once an hour at work Effective: Incorporating regular physical activity throughout the day, such as walking breaks, helps increase energy expenditure. It also breaks up sedentary behavior, which is beneficial for overall health and can contribute to energy balance. D. Add healthy foods to increase caloric intake Ineffective: Adding healthy foods to increase caloric intake would likely lead to a positive energy balance (where intake exceeds expenditure), potentially causing weight gain. Since the goal is to maintain weight, increasing caloric intake, even with healthy foods, would not be effective. E. Avoid food with high carbohydrate levels Ineffective: Carbohydrates are an important source of energy. Avoiding foods with high carbohydrate levels could limit the client's energy intake, potentially leading to negative energy balance if not replaced adequately with other nutrients.