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Fig. 1 | Critical Care

Fig. 1

From: Combining proteins with n-3 PUFAs (EPA + DHA) and their inflammation pro-resolution mediators for preservation of skeletal muscle mass

Fig. 1

Schematic overview of protein progression strategy over time during a patient’s ICU stay. While the patient is in the acute phase, it is recommended that 1.5 g/kg/day protein (which equates to 1.2–1.3 g/kg/day protein equivalents) not be exceeded. The intake can be increased during the recovery and post-ICU phases, taking disease-specific guidelines into consideration

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