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elizabeth18

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What factors may affect his tolerance to enteral feeding?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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What are the long-term consequences of NAFLD if the condition progresses?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

A number of factors could affect his tolerance, including a worsening disease state (which could affect GI motility). Hyperglycemia and electrolyte imbalances can also impact his response to the enteral therapy. Fluid needs (or fluctuations in fluid status) could also potentially impact tolerance.

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 NASH (non-alcoholic steatohepatitis) and eventually cirrhosis




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