Nutrition Showdown: Enteral vs. Parenteral – Which is Best for My Patient?
Taught by
Matthew Bechtold, MD, FASGE, FACG, AGAF, FASPEN
Section Chief of Gastroenterology, Professor of Clinical Medicine, Harry S. Truman Veterans’ Hospital, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO
Duration
53
min
Date
About this Webinar
Objectives
- Differentiate between enteral nutrition (EN) and parenteral nutrition (PN) feeding methods, including indications and contraindications.
- Explain the potential complications associated with EN and PN and how to mitigate these risks through proper monitoring and management techniques.
- Apply evidence-based recommendations when assessing a patient’s medical condition and gastrointestinal function to transition from PN to EN.
Financial support provided by Nestlé Health Science. Funding from non-CPE revenue for CPE planning, development, review, and/or presentation has been provided by Nestlé Health Science.
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