A patient weighing 104 kg is placed on a 1.5 cal/ml formula with 75% free water, 54 grams protein/L. He needs 3000 calories/day. How much formula should he receive daily to meet his needs?
a. 2000 ml
b. 3000 ml
c. 2275 ml
d. 2575 ml
Answer: a. 2000 ml
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a. true b. false