Before parenteral nutrition is discontinued, oral intake, tube feeding, or a combination should provide at least what proportion of the estimated energy needs?

A) 40 to 50
B) 55 to 60
C) 60 to 75
D) 90 to 95


C

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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