The nurse is calculating the amount of calories a client should consume daily to meet energy needs. What should the nurse consider when making this calculation? (Select all that apply.)

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Total energy expenditure is the sum of all energy requiring processes in the body as well as any physical activity. The basal metabolic rate and the thermic effect of food are included in this equation. The food source and client's appetite determine the number of calories consumed. The patient's current body weight is not considered.
Total energy expenditure is the sum of all energy requiring processes in the body as well as any physical activity. The basal metabolic rate and the thermic effect of food are included in this equation. The food source and client's appetite determine the number of calories consumed. The patient's current body weight is not considered.

The Nurse Is Calculating the Amount of Calories a Client