A Patient Is Having Complications from Abdominal Surgery and Remains

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient is having complications from abdominal surgery and remains NPO.Because enteral tube feedings are not possible,the decision is to initiate parenteral feedings.What are the major complications for this therapy?

• A) Aspiration pneumonia and sepsis
• B) Fluid and electrolyte imbalances and sepsis
• C) Fluid overload and pulmonary edema
• D) Hypoglycemia and renal insufficiency

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Definitions:

Most Deaths

"Most Deaths" is not a recognized key term in a specific academic or professional context, thus its definition would be context-dependent. NO.

Double Effect

refers to the ethical principle that performing a good action may be acceptable even if it results in a foreseeable but unintended negative effect.

Slows Respiration

A decrease in the rate of breathing, often caused by certain medications, relaxation techniques, or medical conditions.

Palliative Care

Medical care focused on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness, aiming to improve quality of life for both the patient and the family.