17 Questions
What is the usual sequence in which electrolytes drop in patients at risk of low K, Mg, and Phos with fluid retention?
Phosphorus, potassium, magnesium
What is a potential severe complication associated with low electrolytes in patients requiring enteral feeding?
Cardiac arrhythmias
When initiating feeding for a patient at risk, how should the nutrition start?
10 mL every hour
What is the recommended daily thiamine intake for patients requiring enteral feeding?
Thiamine x 3 days
When selecting an enteral feeding regimen for a patient, what should be monitored besides blood work and fluid balance?
Heart rate
Why might a phosphate binder be necessary for a patient receiving nutrition support?
To prevent hyperphosphatemia in the setting of renal failure
What is a primary consideration when developing a transitional feeding plan from various modes of nutrition support to an oral diet?
Providing a sense of time and normalcy to the patient
In the context of respiratory dysfunction, why should excess carbohydrate intake be avoided?
To prevent overfeeding and potential hypercapnia
Why might adjusting carbohydrate intake be necessary in the context of refeeding syndrome?
To correct hypoglycemia by following a specific protocol
What is the purpose of progressing to bolus feeding in the context of nutritional support?
To optimize glycemic control and avoid hypoglycemia
Why is it important to liberalize patients from enteral pumps during nutrition support?
To ease participation in therapy and enhance quality of life
What should be done if a patient experiences nausea and vomiting while on enteral feeding?
Reduce the rate or volume of feed infusion
What is a potential cause of abdominal distension in a patient on enteral feeding?
Excessive administration of fiber-feed
Which condition might lead to unexplained weight loss, steatorrhea, and diarrhea in a patient on enteral feeding?
Celiac disease
What is a suitable course of action if a patient exhibits signs of constipation while on enteral feeding?
Switch to non-fiber formulas
Which of the following blood work tests should be considered for monitoring a patient receiving enteral nutrition?
Amylase levels
In what scenario would a trial with semi-elemental feed followed by an elemental feed be considered for a patient on enteral nutrition?
If malabsorption is suspected with unexplained weight loss
Learn about the guidelines for managing feeding tubes, including starting at a slow rate, increasing incrementally, use of motility agents, considerations for bacterial contamination, and tube patency maintenance.
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