What is one advantage of enteral nutrition when the digestive tract is working?
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Correct answer: It uses the digestive tract
When the gastrointestinal tract is functioning, enteral nutrition can deliver nutrients through that working system, either orally or through a feeding tube. Using the gut supports normal digestion and absorption and is generally preferred over parenteral nutrition when it is safe and adequate. Enteral feeding does not use the skin, eliminate nutritional needs, or necessarily make food tasteless.
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It uses the digestive tract
Why is this the correct answer?
When the gastrointestinal tract is functioning, enteral nutrition can deliver nutrients through that working system, either orally or through a feeding tube. Using the gut supports normal digestion and absorption and is generally preferred over parenteral nutrition when it is safe and adequate. Enteral feeding does not use the skin, eliminate nutritional needs, or necessarily make food tasteless.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics.
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