Case Study
TS is an 80 yo F admitted to the hospital with an exacerbation of COPD.She was diagnosed with the disease 20 years ago and now complains of shortness of breath, dyspnea, and an upset stomach.
HT: 5'1" WT: 104# UBW: 115#
-The registered dietitian is called in on this case How much protein would he/she recommend for TS?

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Case Study
TS is an 80 yo F admitted to the hospital with an exacerbation of COPD.She was diagnosed with the disease 20 years ago and now complains of shortness of breath, dyspnea, and an upset stomach.
HT: 5'1"       WT: 104#      UBW: 115#
-The registered dietitian is called in on this case How much protein would he/she recommend for TS?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, individuals with COPD require a higher protein intake to prevent muscle wasting and improve respiratory muscle function. The recommended protein intake for TS would be 1.2-1.7 g/kg of body weight, or in this case, about 70 g of protein per day. The other options are too low for this patient population. The recommendation for protein intake in COPD patients is slightly higher than the general population due to the increased catabolic state and muscle wasting associated with the disease. The recommended protein intake for TS is 1.2-1.5 g/kg/day or 70 g/day, which is option C. Option A (47 g) is too low for TS's weight, and option B (52 g) is a bit low for the recommended range. Option D (99 g) is too high and unnecessary. Therefore, the best choice is C.

Case Study TS Is an 80 Yo F Admitted to the Hospital