Determine Mrs. Smith's energy and protein requirements. Explain the rationale for the method you used to calculate these requirements
What will be an ideal response?
Energy requirements:
30-35 kcal/kg x 56.8 kg = 1705-1989 or 1700-2000 kcal/kg
The 30-35 kcal/kg nomogram was chosen since she is fairly active and her IBW was used to estimate her needs. To continue weight loss, she should aim for 1300-1500 kcal/day (500 kcal/day deficit with 1300 kcal/day being the minimum).
Protein requirements:
1.0-1.2 g/kg x 56.8 kg = 57-68 g/day
This range was chosen as she is a non-stressed cancer patient.
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