Using Isoplete formula

Using Isoplete formula….find continuous enteral prescription for the patient. Include the goal rate, kcal, g protein, and free water it provides, as well as any free water flush you recommend. (6 points)

Patients Info

Nutritional body weight = ideal body weight + 0.25 x

= 50kg (22 x height x height) + 0.25 x 34kg = 58.6Kg

Energy Requirements:

25kcal x 58.6kg = 1,456 kcals / day

Protein Requirements:

58.6kg x 1.2 = 73 g/

Fluid Needs = 1500 mL + (weight x 20ml/kg/day)

= 1500 + (84 x 20) mL = 1500 + 3029 = 4529 mL