CH 45 Nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
dysphagia
A
difficulty swallowing
2
Q
Parenteral nutrition >10% dextrose
A
needs to be in a central line
3
Q
complications of parenteral nutrition
A
pneumothorax, air embolus, catheter occlusion, catheter sepsis, osmotic diuresis, and dehydration
4
Q
How do you determine where an NG tube is placed?
A
PH but the best way is xray
5
Q
What is a serious complication with enteral feedings?
A
aspiration leading to infection
6
Q
What are the parts of the small intestine in order?
A
Duodenum, jejunum, ileum
7
Q
What are the parts of the large intestine in order?
A
cecum, ascending, transverse, descending, sigmoid
