What percent of the patient's caloric intake should come from fat in most circumstances?
a. 10% to 15%
b. 20% to 30%
c. 30% to 40%
d. 40% to 50%
ANS: B
Ideally, approximately 20% of a patient's estimated calorie needs should be provided by pro-teins. For critically ill patients, 50% to 60% of the total daily calories can be in the form of simple carbohydrate, and the remaining calories (20% to 30%) should be provided from fat.
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