Patient X has been diagnosed as having AIDS with several opportunistic infections, including cryptosporidiosis. In addition, Patient X has experienced a 10% weight loss in the past six months, and currently demonstrates a serum albumin of 2.2 g/dL (Normal: 3.5-4.8 g/dL). Presently, Patient X is not experiencing any hepatic or renal complications. How much protein should you provide to this
patient?
a. 0.8 g protein/kg
b. 1.5 g protein/kg
c. 1.2 g protein/kg
d. 1.0 g protein/kg
b
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