Question

A 58-year-old with T2D and severe hypertriglyceridemia (TG 980 mg/dL) presents with epigastric pain; lipase 1,200 U/L. Which nutrition approach is recommended after initial resuscitation?

Accepted Answer

Early oral/enteral feeding as tolerated

Answer

Prolonged NPO with parenteral nutrition

Answer

Clear liquids only until pain resolves completely

Answer

Parenteral nutrition within 24 hours for all severe cases

Answer

Ketogenic diet

Practice question

A 58-year-old with T2D and severe hypertriglyceridemia (TG 980 mg/dL) presents with epigastric pain; lipase 1,200 U/L. Which nutrition approach is recommended after initial resuscitation?