When using parenteral nutrition support for patients with acute respiratory failure,it is important to avoid use of high glucose concentrations because

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Parenteral nutrition support for patients with acute respiratory failure should not include high glucose concentrations because they result in excess carbon dioxide production,which increases RQ.Lipids should be used to provide a significant proportion of nonprotein kilocalories (1 to 2 g of lipid per kilogram of body weight).Glucose tolerance is not affected by respiratory failure.Infusion of high concentrations of glucose does not cause hypersecretion of insulin or lead to development of diabetes mellitus.

When Using Parenteral Nutrition Support for Patients with Acute Respiratory