Fundamentals Ch 27 Nutritional Therapy & Assisted Feeding

Front

Which structure is located between the pharynx and stomach?

Back

Esophagus

Front

What is enteral nutrition?

Back

Nutrients sent into the gastrointestinal tract through a feeding tube

Front

What is the correct definition of a gastrostomy tube?

Back

A tube inserted through a surgically created opening through the abdominal wall and into the stomach.

Front

When is enteral tube-feeding required?

Back

When the client is unable to take nutrients orally but the stomach and intestinal tract are still able to digest and absorb food.

Front

What does “PEG” stand for in the term “PEG tube”?

Back

Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy

Front

What equipment is necessary to provide continuous enteral tube feeding for a client with a gastrostomy tube? Options: A syringe, An electronic feeding pump, A gravity tube feed set, A gavage aspiration monitor

Back

An electronic feeding pump

Front

The client starts coughing immediately after the tube feed is completed. Coughing could be a sign of which of the following? Aspiration, Influenza, Flatus, Allergic Reaction

Back

Aspiration

Front

What is the definition of aspiration?

Back

Inhaling fluid or an object into the lungs

Front

Why is the client kept in a semi-Fowler's or higher position after an enteral feed?

Back

To prevent regurgitation

Front

How long should the client be positioned in a sitting position after an enteral feed?

Back

30 - 60 min