This article analyzes the medical, physiological and nursing aspects of artificial feeding of critically ill patients who cannot eat independently. Patients in intensive care, neurology, surgery and oncology departments are often deprived of the opportunity to receive food orally. In such cases, enteral (through a probe) and parenteral (through a vein) nutrition is a vital procedure. It is highlighted that the main goal of artificial feeding is to maintain metabolic balance, reduce the risk of infection and accelerate the recovery process by providing the body with sufficient energy, protein, vitamins and microelements. It is also emphasized that when choosing the type of feeding, the patient's general condition, digestive system activity, laboratory indicators and individual needs should be taken into account. The article also provides brief information on complications associated with artificial feeding - aspiration, infections, metabolic disorders and electrolyte imbalances, and indicates measures for their prevention. This study is of practical importance for medical workers and caregivers, and serves to improve the quality of life of patients.

artificial feeding, enteral feeding, parenteral feeding, critically ill patient, resuscitation, metabolism, nutritional deficiency, care, recovery process, clinical nutrition.

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