Which of the following diets is most suitable for a patient who is hypercapnic?
A. low-carbohydrate, high-protein diet
B. low-fat, high-carbohydrate diet
C. low-protein, high-carbohydrate diet
D. high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet
?ANS: D
A. Incorrect response: See explanation D.
B. Incorrect response: See explanation D.
C. Incorrect response: See explanation D.
D. Correct response: A high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet is effective at reducing the ventilatory requirements in patients with hypercapnia.
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