The nurse is meeting with a 16-year-old girl who reports being physically active on the track and basketball teams at school. The child reports a weight loss of 7 lb (3.2 kg) since she began training for the track season. When reviewing her caloric needs the nurse recognizes the diet should include how many calories?
a) 1,800 calories per day
b) 2,200 calories per day
c) 2,000 calories per day
d) 2,400 calories per day
Answer: 2,200 calories per day