A patient requires a nasogastric tube for enteral feeding. The nurse selects a small-caliber feeding tube for the patient. What are the advantages of using a small-caliber tube? Select all that apply
A) Can be used to decompress the stomach
B) Allows monitoring of gastric pH
C) Is more comfortable for the patient
D) Is capable of delivering medications and feedings
E) Has lower risk of self-extubation
C, E
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The nurse has educated parents on administration of iron to their child. What statement by the parents indicates a need for further instruction?
A. "I will call the doctor right away if my child has black, tarry stools." B. "It is best if the iron is taken on an empty stomach or with orange juice." C. "Rinsing the mouth after taking iron will prevent staining the teeth." D. "We will have our child drink the iron preparation through a straw."
A 54-year-old patient with diabetes mellitus is scheduled for a fasting blood glucose level at 8:00 am. The nurse instructs the patient to only drink water after what time?
A. 6:00 pm on the evening before the test B. 4:00 am on the day of the test C. Midnight before the test D. 7:00 am on the day of the test
A neonate born to a mother who developed varicella rash three days prior to delivery should receive
a. acyclovir b. IVIG c. VariZIG