Which is NOT part of proper discharge components for enteral nutrition patients?

• A. Name of the formula
• B. Medication reconciliation and follow-up plan
• C. Total daily volume
• D. Actions to be taken in the event of late or missed administration

Answer: (B)

The main point is to ensure a safe, clear plan for continuing enteral feeding after discharge by focusing on feeding-specific details that directly govern the patient’s nutrition support.

Medication reconciliation and a follow-up plan are not part of the enteral nutrition discharge components because they pertain to overall medication management and post-discharge medical care, not to the feeding regimen itself. While important for patient safety, these elements belong in general discharge planning rather than the enteral feeding instructions.

The items that are included—name of the formula, total daily volume, and explicit actions for late or missed administrations—are directly actionable for continuing EN safely. Knowing the exact formula ensures the patient receives the intended product, the total daily volume guides adequate caloric and fluid intake, and having steps for late or missed doses helps maintain feeding continuity and reduces risk of intolerance or under- or overfeeding.