A nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving formula through intermittent tube feedings. When caring for this patient, the nurse should
1. Keep the patient in a supine position.
2. Warm the formula in the microwave oven.
3. Maintain the formula at room temperature.
4. Administer the formula directly from the refrigerator.
ANS: 3
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