What should you check before administering an enteral feeding by mouth?
a. Gag reflex
b. Frequency of reflux
c. Foods that cause nausea
d. Consistency of bowel movements
ANS: A
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An elderly client with hyperthyroidism asks the nurse if surgery is being considered to treat the condition
After consulting with the physician, the nurse plans to teach the client about the preferred of treatment for hyperthyroidism in older adults, which is which of the following? 1. Partial thyroidectomy 2. Ingestion of radioactive sodium iodine, I131 3. Combination treatment with levothroid (Synthroid) and amiodarone (Cordarone) 4. Remain untreated because there is little affect on the quality of life in older adults