Which patient is most likely at risk of refeeding syndrome?

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Refeeding syndrome can occur in patients who have undergone prolonged periods of inadequate oral intake, such as those with eating disorders or malnutrition. Rapid refeeding can lead to metabolic and electrolyte imbalances, including hypophosphatemia, hypokalemia, and hypomagnesemia, which can be life-threatening. Patients recovering from outpatient surgery (A) would not typically be at risk for refeeding syndrome. Gastroesophageal reflux (B) and osteoporosis (D) are not risk factors for refeeding syndrome. Hypermagnesemia (C) is the opposite of the electrolyte imbalances that occur during refeeding syndrome and would not be a risk factor.

Which Patient Is Most Likely at Risk of Refeeding Syndrome