Where is enteral nutrition administered?

Enteral nutrition is administered directly into the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. This method involves providing nutrients through a feeding tube, which can be placed in various locations within the GI tract, such as the stomach or small intestine, depending on the patient's needs and medical condition. This approach is particularly useful for individuals who cannot consume food orally but still have a functioning digestive system that can process nutrition through the GI tract.

The other methods listed, such as intravenous (bloodstream), subcutaneous, and intramuscular, do not involve the GI tract and are used for different types of administration for liquids and medications, which may not provide the nutritional support that enteral nutrition is designated for.