Enteral Nutrition

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Which of the following is a recommended measure to prevent infection around the surgical site?

Chewing or pawning

Flushing

Regularly change dressing around the site (correct)

Coughing/sneezing/vomiting/movement

What could chewing or pawing indicate in a patient?

Poor care of the surgical site

Infection

Pain or discomfort (correct)

Movement

What is a potential cause of aspiration pneumonia in tube-fed patients?

Flushing

Chewing or biting

Checking the placement of the tube

Repositioning the tube (correct)

Which type of catheter is commonly used for parenteral feeding?

Central venous catheter Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using central venous catheters for parenteral feeding?

They can connect multiple lines Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended technique for inserting central venous catheters?

Seldinger technique Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of parenteral feeding?

To provide nutrition Signup and view all the answers

When is parenteral feeding commonly used?

In ICU Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential complication of using cephalic catheters for parenteral feeding?

Reactions Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of flushing in parenteral feeding?

To clear the catheter Signup and view all the answers

Which type of nutrition involves administering all nutrition needs through liquids made up of amino acids, glucose, and lipid components through a centrally placed catheter?

Parenteral nutrition Signup and view all the answers

What is a common problem associated with catheter placement for parenteral nutrition?

Phlebitis Signup and view all the answers

How should all forms of feeding be presented when using parenteral nutrition?

Slowly Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential reason for using parenteral nutrition in equine neonates?

Costly and specialist Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to calculate the Resting Energy Requirement (RER) in patients?

RER = 30 x (body weight (kg) + 70) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended amount of food to be given per meal in parenteral nutrition?

10ml/kg Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame for using naso-oesophageal feeding tubes?

3-5 days Signup and view all the answers

What is a common problem associated with feeding tubes?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

How should the feeding tube be flushed before and after use?

Thoroughly with sterile water Signup and view all the answers

How much flush should be used after feeding to ensure the food is not stuck in the tube?

10ml Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of enteral feeding?

It uses a tube to feed a diet when the mouth area is no longer working. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of supportive feeding?

To assist animals in obtaining all the nutrient needed to meet their daily requirement. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between enteral and parental feeding?

Enteral feeding bypasses the gastrointestinal tract entirely, while parental feeding uses the gastrointestinal tract as much as possible. Signup and view all the answers

What is refeeding syndrome?

A sudden drop in sodium, potassium, and magnesium levels due to the sudden increase in carbohydrate levels in the food and insulin levels. Signup and view all the answers

What are the recommended diets for supportive feeding?

High protein and low carb diets. Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to use the gastrointestinal tract whenever possible for enteral feeding?

To prevent bacterial relocation within the gut. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of enteral feeding?

To assist animals in obtaining all the nutrient needed to meet their daily requirement. Signup and view all the answers

What are TPN and PPN?

Different types of parental feeding. Signup and view all the answers

What happens in refeeding syndrome?

There is a sudden drop in sodium, potassium, and magnesium levels. Signup and view all the answers

What is the best diet for supportive feeding?

Moderate protein and high carb diet. Signup and view all the answers