John Miller is on dialysis and his current protein prescription is 1.2 grams/kg/day.Six to eight weeks after he receives a kidney transplant, the health care professional should expect Mr.Miller's protein recommendation to be

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After a kidney transplant, protein needs typically decrease to about 1.0 g/kg of body weight as the new kidney starts functioning and the body requires less protein for repair and maintenance compared to when on dialysis.

John Miller Is on Dialysis and His Current Protein Prescription