Friday, August 19, 2011

#AskDrKK: Who is at risk for re-feeding syndrome?

#DrKKAnswers: Any individual who has had negligible nutrient intake for 5 consecutive days is at risk. It occurs within four days of starting to feed. Patients who weigh less than 70 percent of ideal body weight or lose weight rapidly are at greatest risk for the syndrome.

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