How Many Calories Should Be Provided in the Diet of a Patient

question 8

Multiple Choice

How many calories should be provided in the diet of a patient with anorexia nervosa to initiate weight gain?

• A)25 to 30 kcal/kg/day
• B)30 to 40 kcal/kg/day
• C)40 to 50 kcal/kg/day
• D)70 to 100 kcal/kg/day

Recognize the signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses and appropriate nursing interventions.

Assess the effects of medications on vital signs and the necessary follow-up actions.

Implement correct procedures for vital sign measurement to ensure accuracy.

Evaluate the significance of changes in vital signs and the appropriate response strategies.

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Definitions:

Olfaction

The sense of smell, a chemical sensing system that allows the detection and identification of odors in the environment.

Vision Perceiving

The ability to interpret and make sense of visual stimuli in the environment through the process of sight.

Kinesthetic

Kinesthetic relates to the perception of body movements and position, often referred to as muscle memory or the sense of body awareness.

Gustation

The sense of taste, one of the five traditional senses, which perceives and differentiates flavors.