TS is an 78 YOF admitted to the hospital presenting with L s…
TS is an 78 YOF admitted to the hospital presenting with L sided weakness, slurred speech, and difficulty swallowing. She is not very awake per the RN. The speech pathologist has completed a swallow evaluation that reveals severe oropharyngeal dysphagia. She must be kept NPO and a tube feeding was ordered. (17.5 points total – show your calculations for full credit) HT: 5’2″ WT: 106lbs UBW: 112lbs The following day, TS was started on Jevity (1.2 kcals/mL and protein 18.5% of calories) at 15 mL/hr. The dietitian was consulted for goal rate recommendations. 4) Jevity 1.2 contains 80% free water. How much extra fluid would TS require? (3 points)