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yoroshambo

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The physician orders nutrient support for a client with a traumatic injury. The nurse recognizes the purpose of this order, which is to:
 
  a. improve cardiac function.
  b. enhance wound healing.
  c. improve intestinal and liver blood flow.
  d. improve general health.

Question 2

A client is receiving 300 mL of Isocal every 4 hours by intermittent enteral feedings. What is the optimal method to receive the enteral feeding with this volume?
 
  a. Direct use of a syringe or funnel
  b. Infusion pump over 24 hours
  c. Gravity drip or infusion pump over 30 to 60 minutes
  d. Gravity drip or infusion pump over 8 to 16 hours



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canderson530

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Positive nitrogen balance and protein intake are associated with wound healing.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The other options listed pertain to types of feedings other than enteral.





 

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