Question

Amanda is a 23-year-old nursing student who is very concerned about environmental pollution and believes in preserving nature and protecting wildlife. Therefore, Amanda has been a vegan for the past year. Her diet includes a variety of whole grains, fruits, vegetables, legumes, tofu, and soy milk. She takes no supplements (including no vitamin/mineral supplements); she does not drink alcoholic beverages or smoke. Amanda states that she would like to exercise but she "doesn't have the time". She spends most of her time attending class, studying, and participating in student government meetings.

Amanda is 5’5” and weighs 125 pounds. She states that lately she has noticed a feeling of fatigue when she climbs stairs. Amanda’s health history reveals no prior medical conditions or surgeries. You noted no abnormal physical findings during your examination.

Based on her weight, Amanda needs approximately __________ grams of protein daily.

Group of answer choices

45

57

68

114

In regard to your calculation of Amanda's protein needs in Question 3, show the formula and your calculations. Include a unit of measure with your answer.

Answer 1

* To determine your potean needs. in grams (g) first, calculate your weight in kilograms (kg) by divirting your weight in Pounds by 202 Next, decide how many og sams of Protein per kidogram of body Weight is approprecate for you Use the low end of the range it you are in good health and ane sedentary = 0.8 g/kg Patient's wt - 25 pound 2-2 - 56.8 Kg Daily Protein Reaürment= 0,8gm / kg so, patient's Daily protein Need for Requirent = 56-8 X0.8 - 45.44 gms = 45 gms