Protein Intake at the First Day of Full Oral Intake During Hospitalization is Associated with Complications and Hospital Length of Stay.

CONCLUSION: Protein intake relative to requirements at the first day of full oral intake is associated with the risk of complications and hospital length of stay. This analysis bolsters the evidence for the importance of any hospital meal service that increases protein intake. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
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Source: JPEN Journal Of Parenteral And Enteral Nutrition - October 4, 2020 Category: Nutrition Authors: Dijxhoorn DN, IJmker-Hemink VE, Kievit W, Wanten GJA, van den Berg MGA Tags: JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr Source Type: research