Which of the following situations is not an indication for enteral nutritional support?
a. Burns over 30% of the body surface area
b. Persistent inability to eat orally
c. Severe pancreatitis
d. Renal failure
ANS: D
Box 23-12 provides guidelines for initiating nutrition support as recommended by the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN).
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The acronym HEDIS stands for Health Plan Employer Data and Information Set
A) True B) False
A _________________________ usually results in an OSHA investigation and may also result in civil or criminal litigation.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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What will be an ideal response?