New born is fed in the following way at what gestational age: (A) 30 weeks, (B) 33 weeks, (C) 27 weeks, (D) 34 weeks
Answer is A. The given image shows Nasogastric tube feeding which is done during 28 - 31 weeks



Gestational age
Preferred feeding method


< 28 weeks
iv fluids + Total parenteral nutrition


28 -31 weeks
Orogastric/ nasogastric tube feeding


32 -34 weeks
Paladai / Katori spoon feed


 > 34 weeks
Direct breast feeding