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The Nurse Is Unable to Aspirate Any Residual Volume from the Patient

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The nurse is unable to aspirate any residual volume from the patient who receives intestinal tube feedings at a rate of 200 mL every 6 hours by intermittent gavage.Which action should the nurse implement?


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Frustration of Purpose

A legal doctrine that excuses a party from fulfilling a contract when an unforeseen event undermines the contract's original reason.

Unexpected Event

An occurrence or situation that was not foreseen or anticipated and may significantly impact contracts or legal obligations.

Substantially Impaired

A term used to describe a significant reduction in the ability or function of something or someone.

Novation

The act of replacing an existing contract with a new one, where a different party assumes the rights and obligations of the original party.

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