In determining kcal expenditure,the nurse knows that carbohydrates and proteins provide 4 kcal of energy per gram ingested.The nurse also knows that fats provide how many kilocalories per gram?

A) 3 kcal.
B) 4 kcal.
C) 6 kcal.
D) 9 kcal.

Kcal Expenditure

The amount of calories burned by the body through various activities, including basic metabolic rate and physical activity.

Kilocalories

A unit of energy measurement in nutrition, equivalent to 1000 calories, commonly used to quantify the energy value of food.

Carbohydrates

Organic compounds consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen that are a major source of energy in the diet.