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A 21-year-old athlete who has a nonfunctional gastrointestinal tract is scheduled for major gastric surgery in 3 weeks. His energy and nutrient needs are higher than those of the average person his age, but his fluid intake is restricted. What would be the preferred method of feeding for this patient in order to keep him well nourished until surgery?
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