Why is tube-feeding rate matched with patient tolerance?
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Correct answer: A rate that is too fast can cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal distension, or diarrhoea
The stomach and intestine have a limited ability to receive and process feed at one time. If the rate is too high, gastrointestinal intolerance may produce nausea, vomiting, abdominal distension, cramps, or diarrhoea; vomiting may also increase aspiration risk. The rate is therefore advanced gradually according to tolerance, making option A correct.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
A rate that is too fast can cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal distension, or diarrhoea
Why is this the correct answer?
The stomach and intestine have a limited ability to receive and process feed at one time. If the rate is too high, gastrointestinal intolerance may produce nausea, vomiting, abdominal distension, cramps, or diarrhoea; vomiting may also increase aspiration risk. The rate is therefore advanced gradually according to tolerance, making option A correct.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Home Science question. Chapter: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics. Topic: Feeding routes.
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