Based on the following clinical information, what would you…
Based on the following clinical information, what would you recommend for Mr. H, a 65-year-old male admitted to the ICU with septic shock and mechanical ventilation? Nutrition support was initiated 48 hours ago. Current Status: Receiving enteral nutrition at 25 mL/hr (goal rate = 65 mL/hr) Norepinephrine: decreasing from 20 mcg/min to 5 mcg/min over the past 24 hours MAP: stable at 72–78 mmHg Lactate: decreasing (4.5 → 2.0 mmol/L) Abdomen: soft, non-distended No vomiting or signs of feeding intolerance Bowel sounds present Blood glucose: 145–180 mg/dL What is the most appropriate nutrition recommendation?
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