Nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
Calorie target for enteral nutrition in critically ill, OBESE patients?
A
60-70%. High protein.
2
Q
Sx of refeeding syndrome?
A
- Low K, Phos.
- Fluid overload / capillary leak.
- Arrhythmias, HF.
- Respiratory muscle weakness.
- Convulsions.
3
Q
Tx refeeding syndrome?
A
Restricted caloric intake until normal Phos level.
4
Q
Timeline of calorie feeding for ICU patients?
A
- Day 1: 70%.
- Day 4: 100%.
- Post-ICU: 125%.
- Post-discharge: 150%.
5
Q
Effects of feeding glutamine in ICU pts?
A
Worsened mortality.
6
Q
Effect of feeding omega-3 fatty acids in ICU patients
A
Worsened mortality.
7
Q
Effect of feeding arginine & Omega-3 fatty acids in ICU patients?
A
Improved outcomes in surgical patients.
