PD is an 11-month-old boy with phenylketonuria (PKU). His mother brought him to an outpatient nutrition center in the local pediatric hospital for evaluation.
Length: 28 inches Weight: 19 pounds (8.7 kg)
-What are PD's daily protein needs?

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For infants with PKU, protein needs are typically calculated based on their weight. The recommended protein intake for infants with PKU is about 2.5-3.0 g/kg/day. For PD, who weighs 8.7 kg, this would be approximately 21.75 to 26.1 g/day. Therefore, 24 g is the closest and most appropriate option.

PD Is an 11-Month-Old Boy with Phenylketonuria (PKU)