TS is an 80-year-old female 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 while eating and drinking.
HT: 5'1" WT: 104 pounds UBW: 115 pounds
-According to a registered dietitian, how much average protein does TS need per day?

Question

TS is an 80-year-old female 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 while eating and drinking.
HT: 5'1"          WT: 104 pounds          UBW: 115 pounds
-According to a registered dietitian, how much average protein does TS need per day?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

TS needs 0.8-1.2 g protein/kg body weight per day. Using her actual weight (47.3 kg), she needs 47.3-71.2 g protein per day. The average protein requirement for a woman her age is around 0.8-1 g/kg body weight per day, so the closest option is C, which is 70 g of protein per day.

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TS Is an 80-Year-Old Female Admitted to the Hospital with an Exacerbation