When Should Enteral Nutrition Be Initiated?
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According to extensive research, the early initiation of specialized nutritional support, specifically within 24 to 48 hours of a patient's admission to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), is a standard practice recommended by numerous international guidelines. This approach is crucial for patients who cannot maintain adequate oral intake, though careful consideration must be given to clinical stability before initiating enteral nutrition.
