4910: C22 Metabolic Stress and the Critically Ill Flashcards

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Starvation

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prolonged inadequate intake of protein &/or energy.

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Long term starvation

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> 7-10 days. Metabolic rate decreases as does body temp. Proteins are conserved. Fatty acid oxidation increases.

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