What Is the Most Accurate Method to Determine Energy Needs

question 42

Multiple Choice

What is the most accurate method to determine energy needs in overweight or obese patients who are not critically ill?

• A) Harris-Benedict equation
• B) Mifflin-St. Jeor equation
• C) indirect calorimetry
• D) bomb calorimeter

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