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- 3. Type of intermittent feeding that is ordered by physicians and given by gravity
- 4. T/F: Assess client for diarrhea or constipation is indicated for continuous feedings
- 7. After _ feeding, pt should remain sitting for 30 minutes
- 9. When aspirating stomach contents, what level should be between 1-5?
- 12. Type of feeding that is administered by pump
- 13. Wait one hour to test pH of feeding tubes after _ are given
- 15. "Milking" of finger during glucose measuring can lead to _ readings
- 16. T/F: Have pt remain sitting for 30 minutes after feeding is indicated for continuous feedings
- 17. What should always be done to confirm NG tube placement?
- 18. How long should pt sit upright after eating if they have dysphagia?
- 19. When placing an NG tube, provide frequent _ care
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- 1. nutritional _: Physical result of balance between nutrient intake and nutritional requirements
- 2. Remove _ contents and measure to determine absorption of last feeding in a feeding tube
- 3. Before placing an NG tube, check nostril for _
- 5. When feeding pt with dysphagia, check mouth for food _
- 6. Science of intake of nutrients and their actions in the body
- 8. Always document _ of placement when noting tube placement
- 10. Stimulus that encourages individuals to eliminate this feeling by eating
- 11. For continuous feedings, _ of bed should be kept at 30-40 degrees
- 14. For continuous feedings, check _ every 4-6 hours
- 16. What must be done before, in between, and after all medications are pushed through feeding tubes?
- 18. At what age does glucose measuring stop being outer aspect of the heel and change to fingersticks