The nurse is caring for a client who weighs 165 pounds (75 kg). How many grams of protein should the nurse suggest the client consume in an average day?
a. 60 grams
b. 75 grams
c. 100 grams
d. 120 grams
a. 60 grams
The average adult needs only 0.8 gm/kg/day to keep the body in a state of protein equilibrium; therefore 60 grams (75 kg × 0.8 gm/kg/day = 60 grams) should be adequate if the client is in good health.
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