Gaining and Growing: Assuring Nutritional Care of preterm Infants in the Community

Is it Time to Change to a Lower Calorie Density Formula?

Appropriate Weight Gain

Is infant capable of taking increased volume?

Yes

No

Do problems with feeding skills and fatigue make it likely that infant can't take increased volume?

Yes

No

 

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