A 20-year-old male who is addicted to crystal methamphetamine has been admitted to a hospital with a diagnosis of protein-calorie malnutrition after many months of inadequate food intake
Which of the following treatment plans would the care team most likely favor?
A)
Intravenous infusion of albumin coupled with vitamin supplementation
B)
Total parenteral nutrition
C)
Incrementally feeding combined with vitamin and mineral supplementation
D)
Rapid administration of normal saline and carbohydrates
Ans:
C
Feedback:
Slow administration of protein and calories combined with mineral and vitamin supplementation is important in the treatment of protein-calorie malnutrition. Albumin transfusions and total parenteral feeding would likely not be necessary, and rapid administration of fluids and carbohydrates may precipitate congestive heart failure.
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