List and describe three different types of enteral feeding delivery methods.
What will be an ideal response?
Bolus feedings consist of the administration of 250–500 mL of formula several times daily. A syringe may be used to inject feedings through the tube. Intermittent feedings are also administered several times daily, over 20–30 minutes. A pump is typically used to control the flow rate. Continuous feedings are administered over 8–24 hours daily, using a pump to control the feeding rate.
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Overweight in children is defined as having a BMI in what percentile range?
A) 75th-84th B) 85th-94th C) 95th-99th D) 100th and above
Ruth Ann Glebowski is an active 68 year old. She has a past medical history of gestational diabetes, high cholesterol, hypothyroidism, and depression. She is 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighs 170 pounds. She has an appointment with her physician for her annual check-up. Fifteen years pass and Ruth Ann is experiencing some visual impairments. Her eye doctor explains that it could be ____ diabetic
A) nephropathy B) hypoglycemia C) retinopathy D) gastroparesis
Daily Values have not been assigned for which of the following?
a. Calories from fat b. Sodium c. Cholesterol d. Trans fat
Which is an example of an intervention that would help a client consume adequate food?
a. Allow the client to prepare foods in his room b. Arrange for parenteral nutrition until client intake is appropriate c. Perform daily weights d. Measure intake and output weekly e. Organize family-style meals in the facility