Advocate the use of cholecalciferol-vitamin D3- in an appropriate dose as a necessary part of bone health, calcium regulation and immune modulation. Provide an acceptable and reliable substitute to sun exposure.
Refeeding syndrome is defined as the constellation of metabolic and physiologic derangements associated with caloric repletion of the starved patient. 3â11 Classically, refeeding syndrome is characterized by the development of severe hypophosphatemia following the introduction of enteral or parenteral nutrition.
This syndrome can occur at the beginning of treatment for anorexia nervosa when patients have an increase in calorie intake and can be lethal. The shifting of electrolytes and fluid balance increases cardiac workload and heart rate.This can lead to acute heart failure.ny individual who has had negligible nutrient intake for more than 5 consecutive days is at risk of refeeding syndrome. Refeeding syndrome usually occurs within four days of starting to feed.