Forty-three-year-old Joseph Delgado is an electrician for a utility company. His past medical history is unremarkable with no problems. He is admitted to the ICU (intensive care unit) with severe electrical burns to his hands, arms, and chest (20-30 percent body surface area). What is the main nutritional goal for Joseph?

A) Increase intake to 75 percent of meals.
B) Increase arginine production.
C) Increase arginine intake.
D) Achieve nitrogen balance and minimize tissue losses.


D

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