Recognizing and Preventing Refeeding Syndrome

Purpose of Activity

To provide registered professional nurses with an understanding of refeeding syndrome.

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:


1. Explain the pathogenesis of refeeding syndrome.
2. Identify the typical electrolyte abnormalities and clinical manifestations of the syndrome.
3. Outline the diagnosis and treatment of refeeding syndrome.

Price: $21.95

Credits:

  • ANCC 2.3 CH
  • DC - BON 2.3 CH
  • KY-BON 2.3 CH

Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
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This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia and Florida #50-1223. Your certificate is valid in all states.
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The ANCC's accreditation status of Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Department of Continuing Education refers only to its continuing nursing educational activities and does not imply Commission on Accreditation approval or endorsement of any commercial product.





Test Code: DCCN0109
Published: March/April 2009
Expires: 12/31/2026
Required Passing Score: 13/18 (72%)
Authors: Susan M. Adkins MSN, RN, CCRN
Categories: Nutrition
Specialties: Medical-Surgical