A tube feed is running continuously at 80 mL/hr and provides 1000 kcal, 64 gm protein, and 840 mL water per 1000 mL of f

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A tube feed is running continuously at 80 mL/hr and provides 1000 kcal, 64 gm protein, and 840 mL water per 1000 mL of f

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A tube feed is running continuously at 80 mL/hr and
provides 1000 kcal, 64 gm protein, and 840 mL water per 1000 mL of
formula. The patient requires 2000 kcal and 135 grams of protein.
Does the current rate meet his estimated needs?
a. Yes but the feed should be changed to a 12 hour cyclic
rate
b. No, the rate should be changed to 85 mL/hr to meet his
needs
c. Yes, the current rate meets his needs
d. No, the rate should be changed to 90 mL/hr to meet his estimated
needs
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