Bronwyn is critically ill and is morbidly obese. What is a quick method to determine her energy needs?
a. 12-15 kcal/kg of ideal body weight b. 22-25 kcal/kg of ideal body weight
c. 32-35 kcal/kg of ideal body weight d. 42-45 kcal/kg of ideal body weight
b
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Which of the following statements about trabecular bone is false?
A. Trabecular bone is more susceptible to calcium loss than other types of bone B. Trabecular bone has a spongy appearance C. Trabecular bone is found in the vertebrae D. Trabecular bone is compact
A patient with hepatic encephalopathy is not tolerating standard protein. A formula enriched with _____ may be indicated.
a. aromatic amino acids b. non-essential amino acids c. none of these d. branched chain amino acids
Food allergies are increasingly common and are an important health concern in the United States
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A piña colada drink contains about 20 grams of alcohol, 18 grams of carbohydrate, 2 grams of fat, and 1 gram of protein. How many kcalories would it contain?
a. 107 b. 197 c. 234 d. 254 e. 305