Vitamins are energy building nutrients that contribute to sound nutritional health. Water, on the other hand, is responsible for carrying necessary nutrients and removing waste products throughout our body. A human body is made out of mostly water and is critical to our health. Similarly, minerals and electrolytes are essential to human health and can be obtained in our diet from different foods. When humans are too sick to consume a regular diet, digestion and absorption may impact the supply of necessary nutrients, requiring specialized nutritional support to meet their nutritional needs.
After studying Module 4: Lecture Materials & Resources, read the case study and answer the prompts:
Sharyn Bartell is a 24-year-old student who suffered multiple fractures when she fell from a cliff when hiking. As a result of the accident, she is immobile, in traction, and had a small bowel resection. She is able to keep her head up to 45 degrees. Sharyn used to weigh 140 pounds but has lost 8 pounds since the accident. The healthcare team agrees that Sharyn will need a feeding tube before her nutritional status deteriorates any further.
1. Navigate the web, research a high protein formula that can be administered via feeding tube and share 1) name of formula, 2) nutrient composition, and 3) indications for use.
2. Navigate to the Oley Foundation: Dietary Recommendations for Patients with Intestinal Failure – Oley FoundationLinks to an external site., read “Physiological Considerations” and discuss in at least one paragraph with two (2) effects of the small bowel resection on Sharyn’s fluid and electrolyte balance.
High-protein formulas are a type of enteral nutrition (EN) formula that contains high levels of protein. They are typically used to meet the protein needs of patients who are unable to eat enough protein on their own, either because they have an appetite loss, have difficulty swallowing, or have other medical conditions that prevent them from eating a normal diet.
Name of formula:
Nutrient composition:
Promote Very-High Protein Nutrition is a complete, balanced, high-protein formula that provides:
Indications for use:
Promote Very-High Protein Nutrition is indicated for use in patients who:
Benefits of using Promote Very-High Protein Nutrition:
How to use Promote Very-High Protein Nutrition:
Promote Very-High Protein Nutrition can be used for tube feeding or oral supplementation. For tube feeding, the formula is typically diluted with water or another liquid to a desired consistency. For oral supplementation, the formula can be drunk on its own or mixed with other foods or beverages.
Side effects:
Promote Very-High Protein Nutrition is generally well tolerated. However, some patients may experience mild side effects, such as diarrhea, constipation, or gas. If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor.
Storage:
Promote Very-High Protein Nutrition should be stored in a cool, dry place. Once opened, the formula should be used within 7 days.
Conclusion:
Promote Very-High Protein Nutrition is a complete, balanced, high-protein formula that is indicated for use in patients who require a high protein intake or are at risk of malnutrition. It is easy to digest and tolerate and can be used for tube feeding or oral supplementation.