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What is the primary reason for using Enteral Nutrition (EN) over Parenteral Nutrition (PN)?
What is the primary reason for using Enteral Nutrition (EN) over Parenteral Nutrition (PN)?
- To provide nutrients directly to the blood
- To prevent bacteremia and sepsis (correct)
- To bypass the small intestine
- Because EN is less expensive
Which of the following patients is NOT a candidate for Enteral Nutrition (EN)?
Which of the following patients is NOT a candidate for Enteral Nutrition (EN)?
- A patient with pancreatitis
- A patient with a functional GI tract
- A mechanically ventilated patient
- A patient with complete bowel obstruction (correct)
What type of feeding tube is commonly used for short-term access?
What type of feeding tube is commonly used for short-term access?
- Orogastric (OG) tube or Nasogastric (NG) tube (correct)
- Parenteral Nutrition (PN) tube
- Jejunostomy tube
- Gastrostomy tube
Why might a patient require a Jejunostomy tube instead of a gastrostomy tube?
Why might a patient require a Jejunostomy tube instead of a gastrostomy tube?
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What is the primary role of the GI tract in defending the host?
What is the primary role of the GI tract in defending the host?
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When should a patient with a functional GI tract be considered for Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)?
When should a patient with a functional GI tract be considered for Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)?
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