One advantage of selecting continuous enteral feeding for a client who is unable to eat by mouth is that it:
a. is easier to administer and requires minimal equipment
b. keeps gastric volume small, reducing risk of aspiration
c. is less irritating than intermittent feedings
d. requires less effort for digestion to occur
B
The use of continuous enteral feeding keeps the gastric volume small, thus reducing risk of aspiration.
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