Enteral nutrition feeding practices by intensive care nurses: A retrospective evaluation.
Claire L CrossfieldPhilip L RussoTracey K BucknallPublished in: Nursing in critical care (2021)
Providing adequate nutrition to critically ill patients is challenging. This study provides evidence that day's one and two are problematic to EN delivery; particularly concerning airway management, procedural requirements, and delayed dietitian review for prescribed hourly rate initiation. Highlighting the need for further research into these aspects of nutrition management.