The nurse is working with a bed-ridden patient who is under severe stress, is malnourished, and is not expected to be able to eat within 7-10 days. This patient should receive:
a. an oral diet.
b. a tube feeding.
c. a simple IV solution.
d. a liquid dietary supplement.
b
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