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Scheme of Feeding Modalities
| FORM | IEN | CEN | PN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Route | Enteral | Enteral | Enteral | Parenteral |
| Diet | Polymeric | Elemental | Elemental | Elemental |
| Pattern | Intermittent | Intermittent | Continuous | Continuous |
CEN, continuous enteral nutrition; FORM, intermittent formula feeding; IEN, intermittent enteral nutrition; PN, parenteral nutrition.
