Fundamentals Ch 27 Nutritional Therapy & Assisted Feeding

Which structure is located between the pharynx and stomach?

• Esophagus

• Tongue

• Salivary Glands

• Jejunum

What is enteral nutrition?

• Fluid administered through a needle inserted into a vein

• An opening in the stomach

• Nutrients sent into the gastrointestinal tract through a feeding tube

• A tube inserted through the nose into the stomach

Which of the following is the correct definition of a gastrostomy tube?

• AN opening in the stomach

• A tube inserted through a surgically created opening into the middle part of the small intestine

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

• A tube inserted through the nose and into the stomach

When is enteral tube-feeding required?

• When the client is unable to take in nutrients orally and the stomach and intestinal tract are not functional for absorption of nutrients

• When the client is able to swallow food but is having a difficult time with the digestion and absorption of food

• When the client is able to take nutrients by mouth but has difficulty with the absorption of food

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

The term “PEG tube” is mentioned in the client's care plan. What does “PEG” stand for?

• Passive enteral graphic

• Providing external gut

• Potential excessive gurgitation

• Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy

The nurse is aware of the importance of following infection prevention and control guidelines when administering tube feedings to clients. Which of the following interventions are associated infection prevention best practices regarding tube feedings? SELECT ALL THAT APPLY

• Always position the client in an upright position.

• Always wear protective equipment in case of a spill.

• Always store opened cans of formula in the freezer.

• Always store unused formula in the refrigerator.

• Any unused portion of formula must be used within 24 hours.

The healthcare provider has just ordered a client who has a gastrostomy tube to receive a continuous enteral tube feeding. The nurse is aware certain equipment is needed to provide the continuous tube feeding. Which of the following is necessary to provide the continuous feeding?

• A syringe

• An electronic feeding pump

• A gravity tube feed set

• A gavage aspiration monitor

The client starts coughing immediately after the tube feed is completed. The nurse knows coughing could be a sign of which of the following?

• Aspiration

• Influenza

• Flatus

• Allergic Reaction

What is the definition of aspiration?

• A swallowing disorder

• Back flow of stomach contents into the mouth

• Flushing the feeding tube with water

• Inhaling fluid or an object into the lungs

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

• To prevent regurgitation

• To promote mobility

• To improve oxygenation

• To reduce an enlarged abdomen