KL is a 34-year-old male admitted to the hospital (large trauma center) after suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI) secondary to a serious motor vehicle accident. He was in excellent health prior to the accident. HT: 6'2" WT: 190 pounds (86 kg) What level of energy intake per day is the most appropriate for KL?
a. 1,800 kcal
b. 2,100 kcal
c. 2,400 kcal
d. 2,700 kcal
e. 3,000 kcal
c
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