The Guideline for Use of a Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)

question 15

Multiple Choice

The guideline for use of a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) in patients with neurologic disease or disorders is to use

• A)whenever there is a risk of aspiration pneumonia.
• B)with patients whose swallowing function will not ensure adequate nutritional intake.
• C)with patients who refuse a central line for total parenteral nutrition.
• D)with patients who are expected to resume oral alimentation within 7 days.

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