Enteral Nutrition Quiz
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What is the preferred method of nutritional support whenever possible?

  • Parenteral nutrition
  • Intravenous nutrition
  • Enteral nutrition (correct)
  • Subcutaneous nutrition

Which of the following conditions is NOT a reason for enteral nutrition?

  • Intractable vomiting or diarrhea
  • Severe malabsorption
  • Severe dehydration (correct)
  • Bowel ischemia or infarction

What is a possible method of administering enteral nutrition?

  • Oral medication
  • Feeding tube (correct)
  • Subcutaneous injection
  • Intravenous injection

What is a potential complication of parenteral nutrition?

<p>Bowel ischemia or infarction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is NOT listed as a reason for enteral nutrition in the text?

<p>Severe acute respiratory syndrome (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of enteral nutrition over parenteral nutrition?

<p>It reduces complications (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which healthcare professional should be consulted to determine the most appropriate method of nutritional support for a patient?

<p>A nutritionist (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

and Crohn's disease ï‚· Intestinal obstruction ï‚· Short bowel syndrome ï‚· Severe acute pancreatitis ï‚· Intractable vomiting or diarrhea ï‚· Severe malabsorption ï‚· Bowel ischemia or infarction ï‚· Intestinal fistulas ï‚· Severe burns ï‚· Major abdominal surgery ï‚· Cancer treatment, such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy ï‚· HIV/AIDS with wasting syndrome

However, enteral nutrition is preferred whenever possible, as it preserves gut function and reduces complications. Enteral nutrition can be administered through a feeding tube or orally, depending on the patient's condition and ability to eat. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional to determine the most appropriate method of nutritional support for each individual patient.

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Do you know when enteral nutrition is necessary? Take this quiz to test your knowledge on the medical conditions and situations that may require enteral nutrition, such as Crohn's disease, severe burns, and cancer treatment. Learn about the benefits of enteral nutrition and the different methods of administering it. Test your understanding and see how much you know about this important aspect of medical care.

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