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Nutrition and Metabolic Demands in Burn Clients · NCLEX Exam

What is the most accurate statement about enteral versus parenteral nutrition in educating a burn client?

  1. Parenteral nutrition is the preferred first route in burns
  2. Enteral nutrition should be started early when feasible
  3. Enteral nutrition is generally contraindicated in burns
  4. The route of nutrition makes little clinical difference
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Correct answer: Enteral nutrition should be started early when feasible

Early enteral nutrition is recommended in burn clients because it supports gut integrity, reduces infection and is preferred over parenteral when feasible.

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