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on: Aug 20, 2018
Which best describes an advantage of a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube?
 a. The tube can be inserted at the bedside
  b. The tube is used for short-term feedings
  c. It allows for bolus feedings
 d. There is little risk of infection
 e. The tube can be used for IV fluids

Question 2

The most common cause of chronic pancreatitis in children is:
 a. phenylketonuria.
 b. sickle cell anemia.
 c. necrotizing enterocolitis.
  d. cystic fibrosis.
 e. hypothyroidism.


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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

d


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