Enteral Nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
High Risks
A
-diarrhea
-nausea/vomiting
-gas/bloating/cramping
-constipation
-dehydration
-hyperglycemia
-BIGGEST RISK ASPIRATION
2
Q
Calorie Dense Feedings
A
-tubing has to be primed with their solution first (formula)
BEFORE opening up to pt:
-make sure you don’t cause a lot of air going in
3
Q
Aspiration S/S (signs and symptoms)
A
-cough
-shortness of breath
-gurgling
-raspy voice
