The nurse is caring for a patient who sustained burns of 40% of the total body surface area. What would the nurse plan to meet this patient's nutritional needs?
1. Supply with balanced nutrients to meet current body weight needs.
2. Complete a nutritional assessment and supply with high-calorie, high-protein supplements.
3. Provide high-dose therapy of vitamins C and B.
4. Supply with high-fat and high-carbohydrate supplements.
Answer: 2
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