Author Question: A nurse is unable to clear an obstruction in a client's feeding tube. Which of the following is most ... (Read 32 times)

jerry coleman · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A nurse is unable to clear an obstruction in a client's feeding tube. Which of the following is most suitable if the nurse is unable to remove the obstruction?

A) Instill a large volume of very hot tap water.
B) Remove the tube.
C) Attempt to instill a crushed ASA tablet.
D) Delay nutrition for 24 hours.

Question 2

A nurse is taking a note of a client's belongings by recording their details in the medical record. How should the nurse best describe a client's ring?

A) Describe the color of the ring.
B) Describe the size of the ring.
C) Describe the type of metal and stones in the ring.
D) Describe the estimated weight of the ring.

olderstudent · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
When an obstruction cannot be cleared, the tube should be removed and another inserted rather than compromising nutrition by the delay. Instilling a large volume of very hot tap water is a safety risk. ASA is not used to clear tube obstructions.

Answer to Question 2

C
Feedback:
Rather than simply indicating that the nurse placed a ring in the safe, it is important to describe the type of metal and stones in the ring. Color, size, and weight of the ring are secondary.