CMSA H Dip Surg(SA) Practice Questions - Higher Diploma In Surgery Of The College Of Surgeons Of South Africa [H Dip Surg(SA)] Exam

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A severely malnourished surgical patient with chronic intestinal obstruction is started on high-calorie total parenteral nutrition (TPN). On day 2, he develops confusion, muscle weakness, and ventricular arrhythmias. Which electrolyte abnormality is the cardinal hallmark of refeeding syndrome?

Severe Hypophosphatemia Severe Hyperkalemia Severe Hypercalcemia Severe Hypernatremia

Correct Answer:

Severe Hypophosphatemia

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