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For ICU patients, this algorithm guides how, when, and what feeding formulation to select in order to improve outcomes. It highlights targeted use of anti-inflammatory and immune-modulating formulas, as well as tolerance-promoting formulas. ALI, acute lung injury; AOX, anti-oxidants; ARDS, acute respiratory distress syndrome; ARG, arginine; BMI, body mass index; GI, gastrointestinal; GLN, glutamine; IV, intravenous; ω-3, omega-3 fatty acids.
