Do you recommend early oral nutrition when managing diabetic ketoacidosis?
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Endocrinology · Brigham And Womens Hospital Endocrinology
There are many benefits to starting enteral feedings in patients undergoing treatment for DKA. Once insulin is being infused, the use of enteral nutrition will help suppress ongoing ketosis. Also, restarting nutrition will help prevent weight loss during recovery. Of course, some patients have condi...