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TS is an 80-year-old female admitted to the hospital with an exacerbation of COPD. She was diagnosed with the disease 20 years ago and now complains of shortness of breath while eating and drinking.
 
HT: 5'1"          WT: 104 pounds          UBW: 115 pounds
 
How many kcal/day would be recommended for TS?

A. 1,150 kcal
B. 1,266 kcal
C. 1,490 kcal
D. 1,671 kcal
E. 1,834 kcal


Answer: B

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