How much additional water would a patient with an energy requirement of 2400 kcal/day need if 2400 mL of a standard formula (85% water) were administered daily?

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The patient needs 2400 mL of water per day. The standard formula provides 2400 mL x 0.85 = 2040 mL of water. Therefore, the patient needs an additional 2400 mL - 2040 mL = 360 mL of water per day.

How Much Additional Water Would a Patient with an Energy