1. Which of the following protein amounts is suggested for delivery by ASPEN/SCCM during critical illness?

2. According to the International Nutrition Survey, what percentage of prescribed protein is being delivered to critically ill patients?

3. What are outcomes of observational studies evaluating protein dose in critically ill patients?

4. Newer ready-to-use PN solutions include:

5. A 31-year old man underwent emergent surgery to remove necrosed bowel and is placed on mechanical ventilation in the ICU. His weight is 247 lbs and his BMI is 31.8 kg/m2. His family expresses concern about nutrition. According to the ASPEN/SCCM critical care nutrition support guidelines, when should PN be initiated in such a patient?

6. How much protein would you deliver to this critically ill 31-year old man?

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