Enteral Feeding Quiz

Tube feeding is indicated for patients who are unable to maintain adequate nutrition by mouth with a functioning G.I. tract. This means that if a patient is unable to consume enough nutrients orally, either due to physical limitations or medical conditions affecting their ability to eat, tube feeding may be necessary. Tube feeding allows for the delivery of essential nutrients directly into the gastrointestinal tract, ensuring that the patient receives the necessary nutrition to maintain their health. Therefore, the statement is true.

Nursing is responsible for the administration of enteral nutrition and education of patients/families who receive enteral feedings. This means that nurses are in charge of providing and managing enteral nutrition, which is the delivery of nutrients directly into the gastrointestinal tract through a feeding tube. Additionally, nurses also play a crucial role in educating patients and their families about the proper use and management of enteral feedings to ensure their safety and well-being. Therefore, the statement is true.

Abdominal X-ray confirmation is necessary for blindly inserted tubes before starting feedings to ensure proper placement. This is important because blindly inserting a tube without confirmation can lead to complications such as aspiration or incorrect placement in the lungs or esophagus. Therefore, it is crucial to confirm tube placement through an abdominal X-ray before initiating feedings to ensure patient safety.

In CPRS, a tube feeding order set must be initiated by the physician before starting the feeding. This means that the physician needs to prescribe and authorize the tube feeding before it can be administered to the patient. This ensures that the appropriate type and amount of nutrition is given to the patient, and that it is done under the supervision and approval of the physician.

The nursing staff will administer the protein supplement like a medication dose, which means they will give it as a concentrated amount at once. They will also provide free water before and after the supplement to ensure proper hydration and to aid in the digestion and absorption of the protein.

The normal pH of stomach contents is 5.5 or below. This acidic pH is necessary for the digestion of food, as it helps activate digestive enzymes and break down proteins. The stomach produces hydrochloric acid, which lowers the pH and creates an acidic environment. This acidity also helps to kill bacteria and other pathogens that may be present in food. Therefore, a pH of 5.5 or below is essential for proper digestion and maintaining a healthy stomach environment.

Nasojejunal feeding is used when feeding through the stomach is not tolerated. This method involves placing a feeding tube through the nose and into the jejunum, which is part of the small intestine. By bypassing the stomach, nasojejunal feeding allows for the delivery of nutrients directly into the small intestine, which can be helpful for patients who are unable to tolerate feeding through the stomach due to conditions such as gastroparesis or gastric outlet obstruction.

The structure located between the pharynx and the stomach is the esophagus. The esophagus is a muscular tube that carries swallowed food and liquids from the throat (pharynx) to the stomach for digestion. It plays a vital role in the process of swallowing and the transport of food from the mouth to the stomach.

To flush a tube feeding, 30-60 ml of liquid is used. This is necessary to ensure that the tube is clear and to prevent any blockages or residue from remaining in the tube. Flushing the tube with this amount of liquid helps to maintain the proper functioning of the feeding tube and ensures that the patient receives the full amount of nutrition from the tube feeding. Using a smaller amount of liquid may not be sufficient to clear the tube, while using a larger amount may be excessive and potentially uncomfortable for the patient.