Which method is used to measure the energy requirements for intensive care patients?
a. Mifflin-St. Jeor equation
b. indirect calorimetry
c. Penn State equation
d. estimate needs using 15-20 kcalories/kg body weight
e. lung function tests
b
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A) the DRIs. B) the Mediterranean diet. C) the South Beach Diet. D) a raw foods diet.
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a. the proportion of liquid to dry ingredients in the mixture. b. whether milk or water is used as a liquid. c. the initial temperature of the ingredients in the mixture. d. the type of fat or oil that is used. e. the amount of egg in the batter.
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a. Protein b. Ketones c. Glycogen d. Triglycerides e. Glycerol