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
-To ensure that her nutrition support is providing enough kcalories and protein, what would you recommend?

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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
-To ensure that her nutrition support is providing enough kcalories and protein, what would you recommend?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A nitrogen balance study is the most direct method to assess whether the patient is receiving adequate protein intake, as it measures the balance between nitrogen intake and nitrogen loss.

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