What enteral feeding method delivers formula from an administration set into the feeding tube via enteral pump to guarantee a steady rate?

• A. Bolus feeding
• B. Cyclic feeding
• C. Intermittent feeding
• D. Continuous feeding

Answer: (D)

Continuous feeding uses an enteral pump to deliver formula at a constant, prescribed rate through the feeding tube, providing a steady infusion over time. This constant flow minimizes fluctuations that occur with other methods: bolus feeding delivers large volumes quickly, often with spikes in rate; intermittent feeding sends feeds in separate boluses with pauses in between; cyclic feeding uses a pump for a daily portion of time, with off periods. The pump-driven continuous approach is what guarantees a steady rate.