Table 1 Enteral feeding regimens
| Â | Standard Full EN | Modified Full EN | Permissive Underfeeding |
|---|---|---|---|
Estimated caloric need | BMI 18–30: daily caloric requirement (kcal) = actual weight (in kilos) × 25 (kcal) BMI < 18 or > 30: daily caloric requirement (kcal) = [height (in cm) – 105] × 25 (kcal) | ||
Caloric provision | Day 1: 1/3 of the estimated need Day 2: 1/2 of the estimated need Day 3–7: 100% of the estimated need with the acceptable range being 70–100%. After day 7: 100% of the estimated need | Day 1: 1/3 of the estimated need Day 2: 1/2 of the estimated need Day 3–7: 100% of the estimated need with the acceptable range being 70–100%. After day 7: 100% of the estimated need | Day 1: 1/3 of the estimated need Day 2–7: 60% of the estimated need with the acceptable range being 40–60%. After day 7: 100% of the estimated need |
Protein provision | 1.2–1.5 g/kg /d | 1.2–1.5 g/kg /d | 1.2–1.5 g/kg /d |
Use of prokinetic agent | No | Yes, from Day 1 to Day 7 (metoclopramide or erythromycin) | No |
Type of formula | No specific formula is stipulated. Whey protein will be used to supplement protein if the amount of protein in the formula is inadequate | ||