In Theory, What Would Be the Approximate Weight Gain of a Person

question 18

Multiple Choice

In theory, what would be the approximate weight gain of a person who consumes an excess of 500 kcal every day for four weeks (e.g., about 28 days) ?

• A) 0.23 kg (0.5 lb)
• B) 0.92 kg (2 lb)
• C) 1.4 kg (3 lb)
• D) 1.8 kg (4 lb)

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Definitions:

Pressure Injury

A localized damage to the skin and/or underlying tissue, typically over a bony area, as a result of pressure or pressure in combination with shear.

Risk For Infection

A state where an individual has an increased likelihood of being invaded by pathogenic organisms.

Hand Hygiene

Practices aiming to maintain hand cleanliness to prevent the spread of germs and infections, typically involving hand washing or the use of hand sanitizers.

Pressure Injury

Localized damage to the skin and/or underlying tissue, primarily caused by prolonged pressure or friction, frequently occurring in immobilized or bedridden patients.