Tag: Postpyloric feeding

According to the National Institutes of Health, nasojejunal (NJ) feeding bypasses the stomach to deliver nutrients directly into the small intestine, but it's not a first-line option. Understanding what are the indications for Nasojejunal feeding is critical for healthcare professionals to select the appropriate nutritional support for patients with specific gastrointestinal limitations.

Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) affects 9-27% of mechanically ventilated patients and is a serious complication in intensive care units. The route of feeding is a modifiable risk factor, and selecting the optimal route of feeding to reduce ventilator-associated pneumonia is a critical component of patient care. Minimizing the risk of aspiration is the primary goal of nutritional strategies in these vulnerable patients.