The Nurse Notices That the Client's Continuous Open System Tube-Feeding

question 16

Multiple Choice

The nurse notices that the client's continuous open system tube-feeding set is almost empty.What action should the nurse take?

• A)Add tube feeding to the set.
• B)Discontinue the feeding and hang a closed system bag.
• C)Wash out the set and add new feeding.
• D)Flush the set with clear carbonated soda and discontinue.

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Definitions:

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A mistaken belief or error in reasoning often resulting in a weak argument.

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The second part of a conditional statement, which is the result or outcome that follows from the condition stated in the first part (the antecedent).

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A statement that expresses a judgement or opinion which can be either true or false.

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A logical argument form where if a conditional statement ("if p then q") and its antecedent (p) are true, then the consequent (q) is also true.