When your loved one is recovering from surgery or an illness, they will likely be unable to eat independently. That’s why enteral nutrition provides nutrients through a tube directly into the stomach or small intestine.
The main benefit of enteral nutrition is that it can be administered in an outpatient setting by home health service providers. Additionally, because it bypasses the stomach and intestines that have been damaged by disease or injury (or surgery), it can help avoid complications due to swallowing difficulties or poor digestion. Enteral formulas provide the highest quality and lowest calorie, protein, and fat waste.
If your loved one has received a prescription for enteral formula, you must follow the instructions provided by their doctor. If you have questions about how to mix or administer the procedure, contact your loved one’s provider of home health care in Victorville, California, before making any changes on your own.
At Imperial Home Health, we believe that every patient deserves to get the best care possible, and it is why we offer enteral nutrition for your loved one recovering from surgery or an illness.
If you have any questions about our home care in California or want more information about how we can help your family with their health needs, feel free to contact us at 760-951-6688.