Cerra et al reported a simple equation for the resting energy expenditure (REE) of an adult in the intensive care unit (ICU).
Patient selection: adult in the ICU
Parameters:
(1) body mass index (BMI) in kg per square meter
(2) ideal body weight (IBW)
BMI
REE in kcal per day
< 25
25 * (actual body weight)
>= 25
25 * (ideal body weight)
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Specialty: Nutrition, Critical Care
