Caroline is a 33-year-old female who was struck by a motor vehicle while she was bicycling. She suffered head and chest trauma as well as multiple broken bones. Caroline is in a medically induced coma in the intensive care unit following surgery and
requires mechanical ventilation due to ARDS. She is being fed enterally. Her mother reports that she is 5'7" tall and weighs approximately 140 pounds.What type of enteral formula is best for Caroline at this time?
Patients with acute lung injuries or ARDS may benefit from enteral formulas designed to reduce inflammation and promote healing; these formulas are typically fortified with omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidant nutrients.
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