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What is the primary goal of enteral nutrition?
What is the primary goal of enteral nutrition?
What is the percentage of carbohydrates in a standard nutritional formula?
What is the percentage of carbohydrates in a standard nutritional formula?
What is the energy supply in kcal/kg/day required for weight maintenance?
What is the energy supply in kcal/kg/day required for weight maintenance?
What is the caloric density of a standard nutritional formula?
What is the caloric density of a standard nutritional formula?
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What is the recommended caloric amount for obese and malnourished patients?
What is the recommended caloric amount for obese and malnourished patients?
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Study Notes
Enteral Nutrition Guidelines
- Enteral nutrition aims to deliver the right amount of macro and micronutrients per day to maintain weight and body composition while reducing health risks.
- The standard nutritional formula consists of:
- 50-55% carbohydrates
- 15-20% proteins
- 25-30% fat
- The caloric density of the formula is 1 kcal/mL, which provides weight maintenance.
- The energy supply required for weight maintenance is 25-35 kcal/kg/day.
Special Considerations
- For obese patients, the actual caloric amount can range from 80-120% of average daily caloric requirements.
- For malnourished patients, the actual caloric amount can range from 80-120% of average daily caloric requirements.
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Description
This quiz covers the essential guidelines for enteral nutrition, including the recommended daily intake of macronutrients and micronutrients for weight maintenance and health risk reduction. Learn about the standard nutritional formula and caloric density required for optimal health.