The Preferred Method for Estimating Energy Needs in a Hypermetabolic

question 20

Multiple Choice

The preferred method for estimating energy needs in a hypermetabolic patient is

• A)25 to 30 kcal/kg.
• B)indirect calorimetry.
• C)the DRIs.
• D)nitrogen balance.

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