GF is a 10-month-old infant with a urea cycle disorder. GF is admitted into the hospital due to a hyperammonemic crisis. LT: 25.5 inches WT: 16.5 # The registered dietitian will aim for how much of the above quantity to be provided as essential amino acids?

a. 10-20%
b. 25-50%
c. 20-45%
d. 50-60%


b

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