What is refeeding syndrome, and how can it be prevented?
Severely malnourished patients who are aggressively fed may develop refeeding syndrome, characterized by electrolyte and fluid imbalances and hyperglycemia. These effects occur because dextrose infusions raise levels of circulating insulin, which promotes anabolic processes that quickly remove potassium, phosphate, and magnesium from the blood. The altered electrolyte levels can lead to fluid retention and life-threatening changes in various organ systems. To prevent refeeding syndrome, health practitioners start parenteral infusions slowly and carefully monitor electrolyte and glucose levels when malnourished patients begin receiving nutrition support.
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