QUIZ 19 UNITEK TERM 1 CORRECT
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A clear liquid diet is a good source of fluids, but is lacking in which of the following? -
ANSWERAdequate protein and fat
What kind of diet is particularly ordered by physician for pt prior to GI, diagnostic
tests, or surgery? - ANSWERclear liquid diet
A client is being fed by infusion pump and is complaining of abdominal cramping.
What does abdominal cramping include? - ANSWERStrength, rate, volume of
infusion might be too high
The nurse is preparing to feed client by a NG tube. Nurse notes that the residual
volume is greater than 150mL. What should be the nurses next step? -
ANSWERCheck orders for further directions, may need to notify health care provider
of excess residual formula.
What signs would give you the cause to investigate the possibility of eating disorder?
- ANSWERSelf starvation, intense drive of being thin
A pt has dysphasia. What kind of diet is more suitable for this pt? - ANSWERliquid
diet, food consistency
A pt has NG tube. What position is best advised for this client when starting to give a
tube feeding. - ANSWERHOB elevated at 45 degrees
A client is suffering from anorexia and weight loss. What suggestions would be best
to help increase intake and prevent weight loss? - ANSWERSuggest snacking on
high calorie foods often
Administration of tube feeding is referred to as what? - ANSWEREnteral
What should you give a pt who is on a fluid restriction diet and thirsty? - ANSWERice
chips to suck on
Before starting the next tube feeding, you must check the undigested formula in the
stomach referred to as? - ANSWERresidual formula
What does then nurse anticipate being ordered first for a pt who is post-op knee
replacement surgery with no complications? - ANSWERclear liquid diet
a client has been ordered an NG tube insertion for decompression. What is the
nurses first action before tube insertion? - ANSWERexplain procedure to the pt
