A Mechanically Ventilated Patient with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Is

question 46

Multiple Choice

A mechanically ventilated patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is in the process of being weaned from mechanical ventilation.A diet containing which of the following will be most beneficial to this process?

• A) High protein, low fats, and carbohydrates
• B) Low fats and proteins, high carbohydrates
• C) Low carbohydrate with increased fats and proteins
• D) Equal amounts of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins

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