Which condition would most likely require nutrition delivered through TPN?
A) a severe swallowing disorder
B) m echanical ventilation
C) a neurological disorder
D) p aralytic ileus
E) i mpaired esophageal motility

Question

Which condition would most likely require nutrition delivered through TPN?
A) a  severe swallowing disorder
B) m echanical ventilation
C) a  neurological disorder
D) p aralytic ileus
E) i mpaired esophageal motility

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Paralytic ileus, a condition where the intestine does not work properly and does not allow for the passage of food, would most likely require Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) as it bypasses the gastrointestinal tract, providing nutrition directly into the bloodstream.

Which Condition Would Most Likely Require Nutrition Delivered Through TPN