Which of These Statements Is False

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements is false?

• A)Formulas should be diluted if a patient's fluid needs are high and cannot be met by other means.
• B)In general, almost all patients need to receive a diluted formula at the initiation of a tube feeding.
• C)A viscous formula can be diluted to improve its flow through the tube.
• D)Concentrated formulas are often started at slower rates than more dilute formulas.

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