Estimate Mrs. Washington's energy and protein requirements. Should weight loss or weight gain be included in this estimation? What is your rationale?
What will be an ideal response?
• Women: RMR = (9.99 x 84.1) + (6.25 x 157.48) – (4.92 x 77) – 161
RMR = 1349.2 kcal (AF 1.2) = 1619 or about 1500-1700 kcal
• Protein requirements – 0.8-1.0 g/kg = 67-84 grams
• Even though her BMI places her in the obese category, weight loss is not recommended at this time.
• She is at risk for decreased oral intake so weight maintenance should be the goal at this time.
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