Table 5: Electrolytes
requirements during critical illness [18].
|
Element |
Recommended Enteral |
Recommended Parenteral |
|
Sodium (mEq) |
22 |
60 -150 |
|
Potassium (mEq) |
51 |
70-180 |
|
Chloride (mEq) |
22 |
60-150 |
|
Magnesium (mEq) |
20-34 |
10-30 |
|
Calcium (mEq) |
65 |
10-20 |
|
Phosphorus (mmol) |
40 |
10-40 |