What can be done to lower the respiratory quotient of a tube fed pulmonary patient?
a. add MCT oil to decrease energy required for growth
b. change the type of fat to improve oxygen exchange
c. add carbohydrate to decrease the respirator)' quotient
d. add a fat emulsion to replace some of the carbohydrate
Answer: d. add a fat emulsion to replace some of the carbohydrate
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