In Which Case Would a Tube Feeding Be Preferred Over

question 39

Multiple Choice

In which case would a tube feeding be preferred over parenteral nutrition? ​

• A)if the patient has an infection
• B)if the patient needs extra kcalories
• C)if the GI tract is functioning normally
• D)if the patient is deficient in vitamin A

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