Mr. Avery is a 77-year-old retired engineer. He is 5'10" tall and weighs 171 pounds. He suffered a stroke, which left him with left-sided paralysis, and he is having difficulty swallowing so he is unable to meet his nutritional needs via oral intake at this time.
In the absence of any pre-existing medical problems or problems with digestion and absorption, the type of enteral formula that would be most appropriate for Mr. Avery is a(n):
A) standard formula.
B) elemental formula.
C) specialized formula.
D) 3-in-1 solution.
E) low-fiber formula.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Standard formulas are designed for individuals who do not have specific nutritional needs beyond the basic macro and micronutrients. Mr. Avery's condition, as described, does not indicate any pre-existing medical problems or issues with digestion and absorption that would necessitate a specialized, elemental, or low-fiber formula. Therefore, a standard formula would be most appropriate to meet his nutritional needs given his inability to consume food orally due to difficulty swallowing after a stroke.

Mr Avery Is a 77-Year-Old Retired Engineer