Why may protein be increased in a patient with burns?
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Correct answer: For tissue repair
Burns damage skin and other tissues and can increase metabolic demand and protein losses. Additional protein may therefore be needed to support formation of new tissue, wound healing, immune defence and recovery of lean body mass. The amount must be prescribed according to burn severity, kidney function, energy intake and clinical monitoring rather than increased without supervision.
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For tissue repair
Why is this the correct answer?
Burns damage skin and other tissues and can increase metabolic demand and protein losses. Additional protein may therefore be needed to support formation of new tissue, wound healing, immune defence and recovery of lean body mass. The amount must be prescribed according to burn severity, kidney function, energy intake and clinical monitoring rather than increased without supervision.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics.
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