An 84-Year-Old Man Is Being Treated for Advanced Pharyngeal Cancer

An 84-year-old man is being treated for advanced pharyngeal cancer with radiation and chemotherapy.  He complains of mouth ulcers, pain, and difficulty swallowing.  His other medical problems include hypertension, osteoporosis, and Parkinson's disease.  He had a stroke several years ago.  His older son lives with him, and helps with his care.  The patient weighs 132 pounds (60 kg) , and his BMI is 22 kg/m².  His lab values are as follows: Gastrostomy tube is placed for enteral feeding.  Which of the following is the most appropriate nutrition goal for this patient?

A) 15 kcal/kg per day with 1 g/kg per day of protein
B) 30 kcal/kg per day with 1 g/kg per day of protein
C) 45 kcal/kg per day with 1 g/kg per day of protein
D) 15 kcal/kg per day with 2 g/kg per day of protein

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