After a bed weight is obtained the RD will be able to calculate a specific caloric and protein need. Considering RK's lack of activity and posturing, estimate his kcal and protein needs per kg of body weight
Normal kcal for the average person is considered to be about 25 to 30 kcals/kg. In RK's case, he is obviously requiring something less than that, probably 20 to 25 kcals/kg. His protein is probably no more than .8 g/kg, possibly a little less.
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