KL is a 34-year-old male admitted to the hospital (large trauma center) after suffering a traumatic brain injury (TBI) secondary to a serious motor vehicle accident. He was in excellent health prior to the accident. HT: 6'2" WT: 190 pounds (86 kg) What is likely the best way to feed KL while he is in the hospital?

a. nasogastric tube
b. nasoenteric tube
c. parenteral nutrients
d. baby food orally
e. keep NPO (withhold oral food & fluids)


b

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