When Should Enteral And/or Parenteral Feeding Be Initiated After Surgery?​

question 6

Multiple Choice

When should enteral and/or parenteral feeding be initiated after surgery?​

• A) ​as soon as possible and safe
• B) 12-15 hours post-op
• C) ​18- 24 hours post-op
• D) ​1-2 days post-op
• E) ​at least 72 hours post-op

Understand the role of behavior rating scales and who can complete them.

Understand the concept and importance of behavioral assessment.

Identify and explain the advantages of direct methods of behavioral assessment.

Compare and contrast direct and indirect methods of behavioral assessment.

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