A 48-Year-Old Man Who Has Just Been Started on Tube

question 1

Multiple Choice

A 48-year-old man who has just been started on tube feedings of full-strength formula at 100 mL/hr has 6 diarrhea stools the first day.Which action should the nurse plan to take?

• A) Slow the infusion rate of the tube feeding.
• B) Check gastric residual volumes more frequently.
• C) Change the enteral feeding system and formula every 8 hours.
• D) Discontinue administration of water through the feeding tube.

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Definitions:

Medicine Cup

A small container used for measuring and administering liquid medications accurately.

Oral Medication Administration

The process of giving medication by mouth for absorption through the digestive system.

Mini-Infusion Pump

A small, portable pump used to deliver medication at a constant or controlled rate into a patient's body, often used in situations requiring continuous drug administration.

IV Medication

Administration of drugs directly into the veins through an IV line, providing immediate drug delivery into the bloodstream.