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ELSEVIER Enteral Nutrition by Borlase B.C
Written for health care practitioners, including physicians, dietitians, nurses, and pharmacists, this up-to-date book provides the scientific rationale for feeding patients by tube and describes what can be accomplished with a sound, practical approach to the delivery, monitoring, and management of enteral nutrition. The principles outlined are applicable to patients receiving enteral support short-term in the hospital, chronically at home, or in an institution.The book is divided into three sections. The first part discusses the scientific rationale for enteral nutrition. It also addresses the gastrointestinal tract and its function as an organ, particularly in its response to injury and illness. The second part discusses the clinical rationale and practical techniques for successfully administering enteral nutrition. The book concludes with a "handbook" describing the activities associated with delivering enteral nutrition. _x000D_