Research
Metabolic adaptation
Older ICU patients seldom meet the recommended protein intake.
Increase protein provision for older ICU patients to meet recommendations.
StrongSupportsmedium confidence
Many older ICU patients seldom meet the recommended protein intake.
Why this rating
The statement is based on observations in the ICU population.
Source
Muscle Mass Loss in the Older Critically Ill Population: Potential Therapeutic Strategies
James McKendry et al. · Nutrition in Clinical Practice · 2020
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