Having a tough time remembering all the calculations for different patient populations or disease states? Look no further, we've created a dietitian’s cheat sheet for calculating estimated needs for almost every situation.
Note: These are general recommendations and guidance. Use clinical judgment to adjust recommendations for individual patients, especially considering chronic comorbidities, multiple acute conditions, and nutrition status. Use standard fluid calculations unless otherwise noted.
This updated E-Book includes estimated needs calculations for the following:
- Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Breastfeeding
- Burns
- Cancer
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Cirrhosis
- Critical Illness
- Pregnancy
- Trauma
