A family member asks why her father, who is being treated for cardiogenic shock, needs parenteral feeding because he is capable of eating small amounts. What is the best response by the nurse?
a. "Parenteral feedings reduce the risk of constipation."
b. "Parenteral feedings meet the patient's hypermetabolic needs."
c. "Parenteral feedings are more convenient and less time consuming."
d. "Parenteral feedings decrease the hazard of infection."
B
Hyperbolic nutritional needs of the person in shock are best met by parenteral feedings, which guarantee adequate calories.
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