What action should a nurse implement to reduce the risk of aspiration in a patient receiving continuous enteral feedings at a rate of 70 mL/hr?
a. Check the position of the tube during every shift.
b. Notify the charge nurse or physician about a residual volume of 20 mL.
c. Elevate the patient's head during and for 10 minutes after feeding.
d. Position the patient on the left side after the feeding.
B
A residual of more than 20% of the hourly rate should be reported so that the rate can be reduced (70 mL multiplied by 0.20 = 14).
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