One of the Best Ways to Prevent Residue Buildup That

question 14

Multiple Choice

One of the best ways to prevent residue buildup that can result in the clogging of an enteral feeding tube is by

• A) pulling the tube out every 8 to 12 hours.
• B) using only transnasal tube placement.
• C) flushing the tube with 30 mL of mineral oil every day.
• D) flushing the tube every 4 hours with 20 mL of cranberry juice.

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