KL is a 34-year-old male admitted to the hospital (large trauma center) after suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI) secondary to a serious motor vehicle accident. He was in excellent health prior to the accident. HT: 6'2" WT: 190 pounds (86 kg) What is the best estimate for KL's protein needs?
a. 0.6-0.9 g/kg
b. 0.9-1.1 g/kg
c. 1.15 g/kg
d. 1.2-1.5 g/kg
e. 1.5-2.0 g/kg
e
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