An 82-year-old man has lost 8 kg in four months after bereavement and dental problems. His BMI is 18.2 kg/m2 and he eats one small meal daily. He has

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An 82-year-old man has lost 8 kg in four months after bereavement and dental problems. His BMI is 18.2 kg/m2 and he eats one small meal daily. He has no dysphagia or abdominal mass on examination. Current medicines include ramipril. What is the most appropriate assessment?

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Nutritional screening and dietetic support

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Prescribe antibiotics

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Start high-dose steroids for appetite

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Delay assessment until BMI is below 16

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Reassure because weight loss is expected with age

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An 82-year-old man has lost 8 kg in four months after bereavement and dental problems. His BMI is 18.2 kg/m2 and he eats one small meal daily. He has no dysphagia or abdominal mass on examination. Current medicines include ramipril. What is the most appropriate assessment?