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Science Clinic => Health Science => Topic started by: rl on Aug 20, 2018
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A client has a 12 F feeding tube that becomes clogged with formula. The tube will be replaced with a 14 F. Which of the following statements is true?
a. The inner diameter will measure 4.6 millimeters.
b. The stylet will remain within the tube after insertion to stabilize its position.
c. The Y port allows for administration of medications and water during the continuous feeding with formula.
d. Some feeding tubes can have dual purposes by providing both intestinal feedings and gastric decompression at the same time.
Question 2
An infant is to be tube-fed for several days. The nurse would advocate for which type tube to be placed?
a. nasoduodenal
b. nasojejunal
c. transnasal
d. orogastric
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Answer to Question 1
c
Answer to Question 2
d