For What Purpose Would a Nurse Measure the Gastric Residual

question 50

Multiple Choice

For what purpose would a nurse measure the gastric residual volume in a patient's feeding tube?

• A) to check that the stomach is emptying properly
• B) to ensure that the patient is receiving adequate water
• C) to prevent dumping syndrome and diarrhea
• D) to ensure that medications have been digested

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