Author Question: A nurse is aware that even though tube feedings are generally well-tolerated by most patients, there ... (Read 65 times)

Garrulous · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

A nurse is aware that even though tube feedings are generally well-tolerated by most patients, there is a still a risk of dumping syndrome.

Which of the following actions has the greatest potential to reduce a patient's risk of experiencing dumping syndrome?
A) Administering feedings at a low, continuous rate rather than by bolus
B) Administering diuretics prior to initiating a feeding
C) Diluting feedings at a 1:2 ratio of feedings to water
D) Administering feedings with the patient in a supine position to slow motility

Question 2

A nurse who works in a long-term care setting is responsible for the care of numerous older adult residents who have osteoarthritis (OA).

When performing health education to promote activities of daily living, the nurse should recommend which of the following?
A) Activity limitation to preserve energy
B) A treatment plan that is centered around dietary supplements
C) Efforts to reduce body weight if the individual is obese
D) Weight-bearing exercise as tolerated