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Figure 23.6 This blood sample has very high triglyceride levels
Plasma Approach to Treatment Prognosis
Triglyceride
5–8 mmol/l Encourage voluntary feeding of tempting, succulent foods. Values should return quickly to normal
Grazing. if feeding continues.
8–10 mmol/l Nasogastric intubation with electrolytes, glucose and/or Good
Ready brek (breakfast cereal).
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10–15 Nasogastric intubation (as above), intravenous (i.v.) fluids Fair if results are reduced promptly.
mmol/l if necessary. Treat seriously.
15–20 Nasogastric intubation (as above), and i.v. fluids. Guarded
mmol/l
over 20 Nasogastric intubation (as above). Intensive i.v. fluids. Poor
