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Original Articles

Improving Oral Protein Nutrition

, PH.D., D.SC. (EDITOR) & , M.D.
Pages 223-227 | Published online: 18 Apr 2016
 

Abstract

Because protein for rebuilding tissue cannot be given intravenously, it must be fed orally. After a serious burn, patients require 20 gm of nitrogen per square meter of body surface. Giving high-protein powder between meals or by tube feeding can help make up deficits.

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