Refeeding Syndrome: A Literature Review

Table 3

Monitoring patients at risk of developing RFS [5, 6, 8, 30].

Clinical monitoring	Biochemical monitoring
Early identification of high risk patients	Monitor biochemistry and electrolyte levels
Monitor blood pressure and pulse rate	Monitor blood glucose levels
Monitor feeding rate	ECG monitoring in severe cases
Meticulously document fluid intake and output	Account other sources of energy
Monitor change in body weight	(dextrose, propofol, medications)
Monitor for neurologic signs and symptoms
Patient education