Which Action for a Patient Receiving Tube Feedings Through a Percutaneous

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which action for a patient receiving tube feedings through a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) may be delegated to a licensed practical/vocational nurse (LPN/LVN) ?

• A)Assessing the patient's nutritional status weekly
• B)Providing skin care to the area around the tube site
• C)Teaching the patient how to administer tube feedings
• D)Determining the need for adding water to the feedings

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