The nurse is caring for a patient with a history of hypercapnea. Which of the following should the nurse include when planning for this patient's nutritional needs?
1. monitor carbohydrate intake to reduce body carbon dioxide levels
2. limit protein
3. encourage fat intake
4. minimize vitamin supplements
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Rationale: Limiting the carbohydrate intake in a patient with a history of hypercapnea would be beneficial in efforts to reduce the body's carbon dioxide load. The patient's protein should not be limited but rather calculated to meet the patient's needs. Fat intake should not be encouraged. Vitamin supplements should be provided according to the patient's needs and not minimized unless necessary.
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