A 16-year-old boy suffers a mid-gut volvulus with massive loss of small intestine. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning his nutritional requirements and management?
A. If at least 18 inches of residual small intestine survives, the patient may tolerate some form of enteral nutrition
B. A nutritional regimen consisting of supplemental glutamine, growth hormone, and a modified high carbohydrate, low fat diet may be beneficial in this patient
C. The regimen described above may decrease the cost of care
D. TPN needs will increase after discontinuation of growth hormone
Answer:A
A 16-year-old boy suffers a mid-gut volvulus with massive loss of small intestine. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning his nutritional requirements and management?
A. If at least 18 inches of residual small intestine survives, the patient may tolerate some form of enteral nutrition B. A nutritional regimen consisting of supplemental glutamine, growth hormone, and a modified high carbohydrate, low fat diet may be beneficial in this patient C. The regimen described above may decrease the cost of care D. TPN needs will increase after discontinuation of growth hormone