PEP uP Protocol in Surgical Patients

Semi-elemental tube feeds are started at the hourly goal rate as determined by the 24 hour volume goal. Protein supplements will be started at the initiation of tube feeds to target a daily delivery of 2 g/kg/day.

Metoclopramide 10mg Intravenous (IV) every 6 hours (q6h) or 5mg IV q6h for renal failure will be started empirically concomitant with EN initiation. Gastric Residual Volume (GRV) will be checked every 4 hours and will be reinfused to the patient each time it is checked.