Basic Care and ComfortQuestion 2297 of 2368

Which daily protein intake is recommended for a client who has a pressure injury?

  1. 0.25 to 0.5 g/kg
  2. 1.25 to 1.5 g/kg
  3. 2.5 to 3 g/kg
  4. 30 to 35 g/kg
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Correct answer: 1.25 to 1.5 g/kg

Protein is one of the most important nutrition factors in wound healing, with 1.25 to 1.5 g/kg recommended for pressure injuries.

Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Integumentary: Inadequate Nutrition. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026