Question

question: 8 of 40 time elapsed: 00:11:10 tools + show hint flag a nurse is caring for a client who has an ng tube for intermittent enteral feedings. which of the following actions should the nurse take? auscultate for bowel sounds after each feeding. ensure the formula is cold before administering. elevate the clients head of bed 45° before the feeding. flush the tubing with 15 ml of water after the enteral feeding.

Explanation:

• Auscultating for bowel sounds is not specific to post - feeding for NG tube patients.
• Cold formula can cause abdominal discomfort.
• Elevating the client's head of bed 45° helps prevent aspiration during NG tube feeding.
• A larger volume (30 - 60 mL) of water is typically used for flushing after enteral feeding.

Answer:

C. Elevate the client's head of bed 45° before the feeding.