Eighty-year-old Antonio Hernandez has a past medical history of hypertension, elevated cholesterol, and diabetes. He suffers a massive stroke and is stabilized in the CCU (coronary care unit). It is determined that it is unsafe to feed him orally and a tube feeding will be started immediately. Which feeding route would be the most appropriate for Antonio?

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Eighty-year-old Antonio Hernandez has a past medical history of hypertension, elevated cholesterol, and diabetes. He suffers a massive stroke and is stabilized in the CCU (coronary care unit). It is determined that it is unsafe to feed him orally and a tube feeding will be started immediately. ​ Which feeding route would be the most appropriate for Antonio?

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A nasogastric tube is often used for short-term feeding in patients who cannot safely swallow, as it is less invasive and can be quickly placed compared to surgical options like gastrostomy or jejunostomy.

Eighty-Year-Old Antonio Hernandez Has a Past Medical History of Hypertension