The most life-threatening complication of nasogastric tube feeding is:

1. Aspiration
2. Food infection
3. Diarrhea
4. Bowel obstruction


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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Since most medications in pediatrics are calculated based on the child's weight, considerable nursing time is required to verify correct dosages. This time constraint can be a problem in emergent situations

What mechanism can be used to facilitate accuracy of dosing during emergencies? A) Precalculate doses of emergency drugs for each child admitted. B) Estimate child's weight and drug doses in emergencies to save time. C) Use the standard doses from the Pediatric Advanced Life Support recommendations. D) Add a pharmacist to the emergency response team for pediatrics.

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You are going to assist with a physical exam. You can do which of the following?

a. Collect supplies and equipment. b. Explain the procedure to the person. c. Administer pain medication before the exam. d. Obtain the person's informed consent.

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When applying the value analysis model, the first question to ask yourself is:

a. What are the true reported facts about the client? b. What is the value question that I identify? c. Would this principle fit if this client were my parent? d. Would I be legally liable?

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