Is a Feeding Tube Considered Artificial Nutrition? Understanding Medical Nutritional Support
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5 min read
According to the National Cancer Institute, artificial nutrition and hydration are methods of providing nutrients and fluids when a person cannot eat or drink enough to sustain health. A critical and often misunderstood question surrounding this topic is: **Is a feeding tube considered artificial nutrition?** The short answer is yes, but the complete picture involves different types of medical nutritional support, their specific uses, and the ethical considerations involved.
