The nurse is caring for a patient diagnosed with chronic renal failure. The patient is not on dialysis and currently weighs 100 kg. What would be an appropriate intake of protein for this patient?
1. 120 g per day
2. 50 g per day
3. 240 g per day
4. 60 g per day
Answer: 4
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