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Jkov05

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A client with a malabsorption disorder has been prescribed enteral feedings. The nurse explains that the carbohydrates in the formula constitute 30 to _____  of the calories. Standard Text: Record your answer rounding to the nearest whole number.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

The nurse monitors a client receiving enteral feedings for which complications?
 
  Standard Text: Select all that apply.
  1. Aspiration
  2. Infiltration
  3. Diarrhea
  4. Systemic infections
  5. Electrolyte disturbances



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Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 90
Rationale: The percentage of total calories derived from carbohydrates in enteral formulas ranges from 30 to 90, depending on the particular preparation.
Global Rationale: The percentage of total calories derived from carbohydrates in enteral formulas ranges from 30 to 90, depending on the particular preparation.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1,3,5
Rationale 1: Aspiration is a complication associated with enteral feedings.
Rationale 2: Infiltration is not a complication associated with enteral feedings.
Rationale 3: Diarrhea is a complication associated with enteral feedings.
Rationale 4: Localized, not systemic, infections are associated with enteral feedings.
Rationale 5: Electrolyte imbalances are a complication associated with enteral feedings.
Global Rationale: Aspiration, diarrhea, and electrolyte imbalances are all complications associated with enteral feedings. Localized infections are more common than systemic infections. Infiltration is a complication of parenteral feeding.



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Both answers were spot on, thank you once again




 

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