To control azotemia, the recommended nutritional intake of protein is
a. .5 to 1.0 g/kg/day. c. 1.7 to 2.5 g/kg/day.
b. 1.2 to 1.5 g/kg/day. d. 2.5 to 3.5 g/kg/day.
B
The recommended energy intake is between 20 and 30 kcal/kg/day, with 1.2 to 1.5 grams/kg of protein per day to control azotemia (increased blood urea nitrogen level).
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