A nurse is preparing to give a tube feeding using a large syringe. What action should the nurse implement before starting the infusion?
a. Roll the patient flat.
b. Check for a residual formula and return the residual to his or her stomach.
c. Place the end of the tube in water and check for bubbles.
d. Flush the tube.
B
Verifying tube placement by pulling up the residual formula is a standard of care for a tube feeding.
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The nurse is caring for a child and family who just moved out of a dangerous neighborhood. Which of the following approaches is appropriate to the Family Stress Theory?
A) Determining who the decision maker is B) Assessing the child's coping abilities C) Finding out how a sibling feels D) Having to explain procedures to a sibling
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a. Osteocytes b. Osteoblasts c. Osteoclasts d. Osteophytes
Memorial Hospital is in the process of researching a new facility-wide electronic health record system. The ___________________ would be responsible for assessing the budgeting process, funding, and for monitoring the monetary aspects of the project.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).