Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2765635 | Journal of Critical Care | 2009 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
The calculation of energy needs can be done with the equation of Harris-Benedict associated with lower values of correction factors (approximately 10%) to avoid overfeeding, with constant monitoring of anthropometric and biochemical parameters to assess the nutritional changing and adjust the infusion of energy.
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Authors
Camila C. MSc, Fernanda R.O. MSc, Paula G. PhD, Jacqueline P. PhD, Marta N.C.M. PhD, Anibal PhD,