A client with a massive sacral wound is prescribed a 2800 calorie diet. Of these calories 55% are to be carbohydrates and 25% fats. How many calories should the client ingest of protein? Calculate to the nearest whole number
What will be an ideal response?
560 calories
Rationale: The nurse should determine the percentage of protein by adding the carbohydrate and fat percentages or 55 + 25 = 80. Subtract this total from 100 or 100 – 80 = 20. Then multiply the total caloric intake by 20% or 2800 x 20% = 560 calories.
Global Rationale: The nurse should determine the percentage of protein by adding the carbohydrate and fat percentages or 55 + 25 = 80. Subtract this total from 100 or 100 – 80 = 20. Then multiply the total caloric intake by 20% or 2800 x 20% = 560 calories.
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