In most critically ill patients, energy needs do not exceed basal energy needs by more than:

a. 10%.
b. 20%.
c. 30%.
d. 50%.


B

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a. tempura b. teppanyaki c. sukiyaki d. dashi e. shobu

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a. the American Dietetic Association. b. the International Academy of Nutritional Consultants. c. the National Board of Licensed Dietitians. d. the American Association of Nutrition and Dietary Consultants.

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a. lipids for absorption. b. the mineral magnesium for full activity. c. intrinsic factor for absorption. d. an acidic intestinal environment for synthesis.

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