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Protein needs, renal disease and bed sore, not on dialysis?
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A lot: Typical daily protien needs for pressure patients could be up to 1.5grams/ kg day. Most patients who get ps are protien malnourished. It would be best to have your levels checked.
Answered 9/11/2013
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Any open: Wounds require a lot of additional protein to heal. Need to keep a close eye on renal function.
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