[Answered]: Brandon is an 11-year-old client in the 5th grade…

Brandon is an 11-year-old client in the 5th grade who is being seen for a diet evaluation. He arrives to meet with the dietitian and is accompanied by his parents. Brandon’s parents have concerns about his eating habits and are frustrated with his weight. He is 54 inches tall and weighs 102 lb. Her mother tells the dietitian that Brandon does not like to eat meals with the family, and that he dislikes all vegetables. Brandon usually watches television in the evenings after doing his homework. He is rarely active and does not participate in sports except for his required gym class at school. He tells the dietitian that he often feels too tired to exercise or to even play outside. After talking with the dietitian, Brandon’s parents want to know how they can help their son make nutritious food choices. The dietitian should advise Brandon’s parents to _____. a. allow Brandon to make his own food choices b. choose the right foods for Brandon and provide guidance about total intake c. make Brandon eat the right amounts of food d. restrict the total amount of food available in the home e. help Brandon to eat more at some meals so he can cut back at others