The nurse is caring for a patient with a history of hypercapnea. What should the nurse include when planning for this patient's nutritional needs?
1. Monitor carbohydrate intake to reduce body carbon dioxide levels.
2. Encourage fat intake.
3. Minimize vitamin supplements.
4. Limit protein.
Answer: 1
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