The nurse is working with a client who weighs 165 pounds (75 kg). How many grams of protein would the nurse suggest the client consume in an average day?
1. 60 grams
2. 75 grams
3. 100 grams
4. 120 grams
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Rationale: 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 x 0.8 gm/kg/day = 60 grams) should be adequate as long as the client is in good health.
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