Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate to reduce the risk of aspiration during enteral feedings?
A. instill a blue dye into the feeding
B. check the level of lung aspirate daily
C. elevate the head of the patient at an angle ?30 degrees
D. continue the feeding at a faster rate
E. increase fiber to 8 g in each supplement
Answer: C
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