Experts advocate the following when refeeding a malnourished client:

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Correcting electrolyte imbalances is crucial before starting aggressive nutritional therapy in malnourished clients to prevent refeeding syndrome, which can be life-threatening. Rapidly replenishing proteins, increasing feeding rates or volumes too quickly, and pushing a liberal intake of hypotonic fluids without addressing electrolyte imbalances can exacerbate the risk of refeeding syndrome and other complications.

Experts Advocate the Following When Refeeding a Malnourished Client