The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient Who Is Comatose

question 13

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient who is comatose after a traumatic brain injury.What is important for the nurse to include when planning for this patient's nutritional needs?

• A)Provide adequate calories in the form of carbohydrates and fats.
• B)Ensure adequate protein intake to maintain a positive nitrogen balance.
• C)Plan to implement parenteral nutrition as soon as possible.
• D)Increase dietary supply of cortisol.

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