A Patient Who Has Had Gastric Surgery That Affected the Effectiveness

A patient who has had gastric surgery that affected the effectiveness of the alimentary system will be fed via a gastrostomy tube upon discharge to home. How would the nurse explain the rationale for this intervention?

A) A gastrostomy tube is less invasive than a jejunostomy tube.
B) Gastrostomy tubes are more cost effective than nasogastric feeding.
C) Gastrostomy feeding is less likely to produce side effects than parenteral nutrition.
D) Gastrostomy feeding is more supportive of the specialized diet the patient will require.