Which of the following statements is false regarding energy needs?
a. They vary with state of health.
b. They vary with activity level.
c. They are increased with obese patients.
d. They increase with sepsis.
ANS: C
Of course, energy needs vary according to activity level and state of health. Energy needs of sick patients can be significantly higher than predicted normal values. Energy needs for obese indi-viduals are less because adipose tissue uses less energy than does muscle. Energy needs should be reevaluated and adjusted whenever weight changes more than 5 to 10 lb.
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