Enteral nutrition is:
A) An opening in the stomach
B) Fluid administered through a needle inserted into a vein
C) Giving nutrients into the gastro-intestinal tract through a feeding tube
D) A tube inserted through the nose into the stomach

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Enteral nutrition is defined as the administration of nutrients directly into the gastrointestinal tract through a feeding tube, bypassing the oral route. This can be accomplished via a variety of tubes, including nasogastric, gastrostomy, or jejunostomy tubes. Options A, B, and D are types of specific feeding tubes, but do not encompass the broad definition of enteral nutrition.

Enteral Nutrition Is