Parenteral Nutrition Flashcards

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How to design PN

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  • Estimate energy needs, fluid needs, protein needs
  • Get baseline labs,
  • Start with D10 solution
  • Start with IV lipid at lowest end of dose range, follow triglyceride levels when increasing dose.
    -Advance regimen to goal caloric and fat intake based on lab tests and other clinical evidence
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Protein TPN requirements

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Weight 10-20kg: 1-2.5 g/kg
Weight >20 kg: 0.8-2 g/kg

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