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jerry coleman

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on: Aug 2, 2018

Determine her protein needs.

Question 2

Explain the physiological results of giving Slow-K via Mr. Y's feeding tube.

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Dunkey

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Reply #1 on: Aug 2, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Wt = 70 kg x 1.5 = 105 g protein/day. The factor will vary with each case.

Answer to Question 2

Potassium given by I.V. burns the patient, has to be given very slowly, and requires an I.V. access. Frequently the physician will give it by feeding tube instead.

jerry coleman

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Reply #2 on: Aug 2, 2018

Thank you!

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