Case Study
DF is a 55 yo F who was brought to the trauma center following a motor vehicle accident.She sustained blunt trauma to the head, is unconscious, and is being mechanically ventilated.The MD contacts you for a consult.
HT: 5'2 WT: 124# UBW: 118#
Alb: 2.0
-If her BMI was 30, what would you estimate her protein needs to be?

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Case Study
DF is a 55 yo F who was brought to the trauma center following a motor vehicle accident.She sustained blunt trauma to the head, is unconscious, and is being mechanically ventilated.The MD contacts you for a consult.
HT: 5'2        WT: 124#      UBW: 118#
Alb: 2.0
-If her BMI was >30, what would you estimate her protein needs to be?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Since DF has sustained blunt trauma to the head and is unconscious, she is in a catabolic state and needs increased protein to support healing and prevent muscle wasting. The estimated protein needs for a patient with a BMI >30 are 1.5-2.0 g/kg/day. Using her ideal body weight (IBW), her protein needs would be approximately 109 g/day, which falls within the range provided. Therefore, choice C is the best option.

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