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Observations of NICU rounds reveal focus on fluids over nutrients for premature infants
During daily rounds in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), physicians need to balance many considerations in their decision-making about nutrition plans for premature infants.
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During daily rounds in the neonatal intensive care unit, physicians balance many considerations when planning nutrition for premature infants. A study published in Pediatric Research found that, instead of discussing the amounts of energy, carbohydrates, fats, and protein the babies had received, clinicians tended to focus on the volume of fluid delivered. The research highlights a shift in emphasis toward fluid management during these rounds. The findings suggest that fluid delivery is a primary concern for clinicians when evaluating premature infant care.
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