Explain what methods are used to feed the critically ill and when weaning can occur.
What will be an ideal response?
For critically ill individuals, nutritional needs can rarely be met by the oral route, and alternate feeding routes including both enteral and parenteral nutrition are standard components of the medical and nutritional care. As recovery proceeds and the patient is able, oral feedings can be initiated. Weaning from nutrition support is recommended when the patient is able to meet at least 60% of nutritional needs orally. Nutritional requirements will need to be adjusted as the patient heals and the focus of therapy shifts to rehabilitation.
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