Why might a burn patient continue to lose lean body mass despite meeting calorie goals?
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Correct answer: Protein intake is inadequate or hypermetabolism persists
Despite adequate calories, if protein is insufficient or the hypermetabolic state is unmanaged, lean body mass loss continues; high protein plus metabolic modulation are needed.
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