Commercial Enteral Feeding Formulas Are Preferred to Blenderized Food Because

question 7

Multiple Choice

Commercial enteral feeding formulas are preferred to blenderized food because they

• A) have a thinner consistency.
• B) carry less risk of bacterial growth and infection.
• C) are better tolerated.
• D) are less expensive.

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