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Three types of enteral formulas
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Polymeric
Semi-elemental (partially hydrolyzed) Elemental |
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Polymeric formulas
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Intact nutrients that require digestion
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Semi-elemental (partially hydrolyzed)
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Peptides, dipeptides, MCT oil
May be absorbed w/o further digestion |
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Elemental
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Free amino acids
Directly absorbed |
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Refeeding syndrome
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Electrolytes in organs fall during fasting (normal serum)
Refeeding causes glycogen to form (requires phos + Mg) Results in dropped serum electrolytes Causes cardiac failure |