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sarasara

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on: Jul 22, 2018
The most lethal infection in an elderly patient is
 
  A) Skin
  B) Optic
  C) Otic
  D) Urinary

Question 2

The nurse should include which of the following in the plan of care for the patient receiving enteral feedings? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Position head of bed in semi-Fowler's during feeding.
  B) Check placement of tube before initiating feeding.
  C) Maintain head of bed elevated between 30 and 45 degrees at least 30 minutes after feeding.
  D) Allow at least 90 minutes for each feeding.
  E) Notify primary care physician for gastric residuals of 100 to 200 cc.


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tmlewis4706

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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: D

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B, C


sarasara

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Gracias!

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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