How to Calculate Protein, Fluid, and Calorie Intake from a Tube Feed

What are the components of Pivot, a tube feed solution?

Pivot contains: 1.5 cal/ml, 93.8 g protein, 759 ml water/L.

How can we calculate the amount of protein, fluid, and calories received from a tube feed?

Answer:

Sandy is receiving 4215 grams of protein, 45 milliliters of fluid, and 67.5 calories per hour from her tube feed.

To calculate the amount of protein Sandy is receiving from her tube feed, we can multiply the rate of the tube feed (45 ml/hr) by the amount of protein in Pivot (93.8 g protein). This gives us: 45 ml/hr * 93.8 g protein = 4215 g protein/hr Therefore, Sandy is receiving 4215 grams of protein per hour from her tube feed.

To calculate the amount of fluid Sandy is receiving from her tube feed, we can simply use the rate of the tube feed (45 ml/hr). This gives us: Sandy is receiving 45 milliliters of fluid per hour from her tube feed.

To calculate the number of calories Sandy is receiving from her tube feed, we can multiply the rate of the tube feed (45 ml/hr) by the calories per milliliter in Pivot (1.5 cal/ml). This gives us: 45 ml/hr * 1.5 cal/ml = 67.5 cal/hr Therefore, Sandy is receiving 67.5 calories per hour from her tube feed.

Calculating the amount of protein, fluid, and calories received from a tube feed is crucial in ensuring adequate nutrition for patients like Sandy. By understanding the components of the tube feed solution and how to calculate them, healthcare providers can accurately monitor and adjust the feeding regimen to meet the patient's nutritional needs.