This document discusses factors that influence dietary patterns and nutrition in adult patients. It covers several topics: 1) Factors like health status, culture, socioeconomic status, personal preferences, psychological factors, drugs and alcohol can all influence a person's dietary patterns and nutritional needs. 2) Different types of diets are described like regular, clear liquid, full liquid, pureed, soft, low fiber, high fiber, sodium restricted, and diabetic diets. 3) Enteral feeding options like nasogastric tubes, gastrostomy tubes, and different feeding schedules are outlined. Proper tube feeding procedures and potential problems are also discussed. 4) Maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance is important, and