A patient is prescribed continuous enteral feeding through a nasogastric tube. Which position should the nurse maintain during feeding?
Correct answer: B. Head elevated 30 to 45 degrees
- A. Flat supine position
- B. Head elevated 30 to 45 degrees
- C. Prone position with head turned
- D. Trendelenburg position
Explanation
Elevating the head of the bed reduces reflux and aspiration during enteral feeding. A flat or head-down position increases the chance that stomach contents will enter the airway.
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Coverage includes nutrients and balanced diets, therapeutic feeding, enteral and parenteral nutrition, intake and output, dehydration, fluid overload and fluid balance calculations. Questions also examine sodium, potassium, calcium and chloride disturbances, their signs and nursing care, while distinguishing enteral feeding through the gastrointestinal tract from parenteral nutrition.
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