The nurse explains to the patient with Crohn disease that the tube feedings allow for:

a. Rapid absorption in the upper GI tract
b. Decompression of the stomach
c. Reduction of diarrheic episodes
d. A permanent nutritional support


ANS: A
The tube feedings allow for rapid absorption of the nutrients in the upper GI tract. The tube feedings are not permanent and will be followed by oral intake of a low-residue, high-protein, high-calorie diet.

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