Severity of pain is associated with insufficient energy coverage in hospitalised patients: A cross-sectional study.

Background & Aims: The severity of pain is routinely assessed in hospitalised patients but the impact of pain and pain control on energy coverage has been poorly studied. This One-day cross-sectional observational study assessed the association between severity of pain and coverage of energy needs in hospitalised patients.

Methods: Foods provided and consumed were assessed on one day by dedicated dieticians for unselected hospitalised patients receiving three meals per day.