A Patient Who Is Receiving Continuous Enteral Feedings Has Just

question 23

Multiple Choice

A patient who is receiving continuous enteral feedings has just vomited 250 mL of milky green fluid.This is a concern because this most likely demonstrates that the patient has:

• A) a bowel obstruction.
• B) developed an ileus.
• C) gastrointestinal bleeding.
• D) tube feeding intolerance.

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Definitions:

Autonomous Morality

The stage of moral development where individuals recognize that rules and laws are created for the good of the collective and can be changed through consensus.

Preconventional Stage

The first level in Kohlberg's theory of moral development, characterized by an individual's response to moral issues based on consequences to oneself.

Subjective

Based on or influenced by personal feelings, tastes, or opinions rather than external facts.

Wellbeing

Refers to a state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy, encompassing both physical and psychological health.