To minimize the possibility of aspiration of formula in tube-fed clients, the head of the client's bed should be elevated:
a. after administering the feeding.
b. during administration of the feeding.
c. during and for 30-60 minutes after administration of the feeding.
d. during and for 2-3 hours after administration of the feeding.
c
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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