Which Preterm Infant Should Receive Gavage Feedings Instead of a Bottle

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which preterm infant should receive gavage feedings instead of a bottle?

• A) Sometimes gags when a feeding tube is inserted
• B) Is unable to coordinate sucking and swallowing
• C) Sucks on a pacifier during gavage feedings
• D) Has an axillary temperature of 98.4° F, an apical pulse of 149 beats/min, and respirations of 54 breaths/min

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