CP is a 30 yo female who is meeting with a physician to consider Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery. HT: 5'3 WT: 234 UBW: 201 (2 years ago) Should CP elect to not have surgery, she should work with the registered dietitian to reduce her intake by:
a. 1-2 pounds per week.
b. 1000-1500 kcal/day.
c. 500-1000 kcal/day.
d. 6.6 pounds/year.
Question 2
CP is a 30 yo female who is meeting with a physician to consider Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery. HT: 5'3 WT: 234 UBW: 201 (2 years ago) Which mineral would the registered dietitian ensure was adequately provided by CP's diet?
a. potassium
b. magnesium
c. iron
d. selenium