Nutrition study in critically ill adults
This study looks at how nutrition is given to adults in the intensive care unit (ICU). It aims to understand current practices and may help improve care for future patients.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are currently in the intensive care unit (ICU).
- Your doctors expect you to stay in the ICU for at least 48 hours.
- You are not waiting to be discharged from the ICU just because of bed space or other logistics.
- You are not in the ICU for comfort care (palliative) or to be an organ donor.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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