CASE STUDY I-HUMAN — WEEK 4 18-
MONTH OLD CHILD PRESENTING WITH
COUGH (PEDIATRIC OUTPATIENT /
URGENT CARE SETTING) LATEST 2026
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Daily calorie allowance based on Fred’s height, weight, age, and MyPlate
recommendations:
Answer: Approximately 2,200 calories per day
Fred’s calorie needs are determined by his age, gender, height, weight, and activity level.
Since Fred spends most of his workday sitting at a desk or driving, he is considered
sedentary. His estimated calorie needs should support gradual weight management while
still providing adequate nutrients. A 2,200-calorie MyPlate eating plan would allow Fred to
meet nutritional needs while reducing excess calorie intake that may contribute to obesity
and cardiovascular disease risk.
Estimated calories consumed from fat:
Fred consumes approximately 4,015 calories per day, with 227.3 grams of fat.
Calculation:
227.3 grams fat × 9 calories/gram = 2,045.7 calories from fat
2,045.7 ÷ 4,015 × 100 = 51% of calories from fat
Fred receives approximately 51% of his daily calories from fat.
This intake is significantly higher than recommended. Fat provides 9 calories per gram,
making it the most calorie-dense macronutrient. Fred’s intake suggests a diet high in
processed meats, restaurant foods, and foods containing saturated fat. Since Fred already
has hypertension and a family history of cardiovascular disease, reducing excessive fat intake
, is important to decrease his risk for heart disease, elevated cholesterol, and additional
weight gain.
Recommended maximum percentage of calories from fat:
Answer: 35% of total daily calories
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults consume approximately 20–
35% of total calories from fat. Fred’s estimated intake of 51% is well above the
recommended range.
Reducing fat intake does not mean eliminating all fats. Fred should focus on replacing
unhealthy fats with healthier options such as:
• Olive oil
• Nuts
• Seeds
• Fish
• Avocado
He should limit:
• Processed meats
• Fried foods
• High-fat restaurant meals
Recommended MyPlate servings for Fred based on a 2,200-calorie eating plan:
Fruit: 2 cups daily
Fred should increase fruit intake because his current diet contains little to no whole fruit.
Fruits provide important nutrients including potassium, vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber.
Potassium-rich foods can support healthy blood pressure regulation.
Examples include:
• Apples
• Bananas
• Oranges
• Berries
MONTH OLD CHILD PRESENTING WITH
COUGH (PEDIATRIC OUTPATIENT /
URGENT CARE SETTING) LATEST 2026
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Daily calorie allowance based on Fred’s height, weight, age, and MyPlate
recommendations:
Answer: Approximately 2,200 calories per day
Fred’s calorie needs are determined by his age, gender, height, weight, and activity level.
Since Fred spends most of his workday sitting at a desk or driving, he is considered
sedentary. His estimated calorie needs should support gradual weight management while
still providing adequate nutrients. A 2,200-calorie MyPlate eating plan would allow Fred to
meet nutritional needs while reducing excess calorie intake that may contribute to obesity
and cardiovascular disease risk.
Estimated calories consumed from fat:
Fred consumes approximately 4,015 calories per day, with 227.3 grams of fat.
Calculation:
227.3 grams fat × 9 calories/gram = 2,045.7 calories from fat
2,045.7 ÷ 4,015 × 100 = 51% of calories from fat
Fred receives approximately 51% of his daily calories from fat.
This intake is significantly higher than recommended. Fat provides 9 calories per gram,
making it the most calorie-dense macronutrient. Fred’s intake suggests a diet high in
processed meats, restaurant foods, and foods containing saturated fat. Since Fred already
has hypertension and a family history of cardiovascular disease, reducing excessive fat intake
, is important to decrease his risk for heart disease, elevated cholesterol, and additional
weight gain.
Recommended maximum percentage of calories from fat:
Answer: 35% of total daily calories
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults consume approximately 20–
35% of total calories from fat. Fred’s estimated intake of 51% is well above the
recommended range.
Reducing fat intake does not mean eliminating all fats. Fred should focus on replacing
unhealthy fats with healthier options such as:
• Olive oil
• Nuts
• Seeds
• Fish
• Avocado
He should limit:
• Processed meats
• Fried foods
• High-fat restaurant meals
Recommended MyPlate servings for Fred based on a 2,200-calorie eating plan:
Fruit: 2 cups daily
Fred should increase fruit intake because his current diet contains little to no whole fruit.
Fruits provide important nutrients including potassium, vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber.
Potassium-rich foods can support healthy blood pressure regulation.
Examples include:
• Apples
• Bananas
• Oranges
• Berries
