Question 1

Excessive _______________ in parenteral nutrition may contribute to hyperglycemia, hepatic steatosis, and excessive carbon dioxide production.

Accepted Answer

​carbohydr

Question 2

List five examples of nutrition diagnoses that would indicate a need for enteral nutrition.

Accepted Answer

​Examples of nutrition diagnoses that wo

Question 3

The first step in determining the enteral nutrition prescription is to:

Accepted Answer

A)  ​consider electrolyte needs. 
B)  ​establish a dosing weight. 
C)  ​determine fluid needs. 
D)  ​determine a kcal goal. 
E)  ​consider vitamin and mineral needs. 
A)  ​consider electrolyte needs. 
B)  ​establish a dosing weight. 
C)  ​determine fluid needs. 
D)  ​determine a kcal goal. 
E)  ​consider vitamin and mineral needs.

Question 4

A surgeon places a feeding tube that provides nutrients directly into the patient's stomach. This type of tube is called a:

Accepted Answer

A)  ​nasogastric tube. 
B)  ​jejunostomy 
C)  ​surgical gastrostomy. 
D)  ​percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy. 
E)  ​surgical gastrectomy. 
A)  ​nasogastric tube. 
B)  ​jejunostomy 
C)  ​surgical gastrostomy. 
D)  ​percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy. 
E)  ​surgical gastrectomy.

Question 5

_______________ feedings consist of the administration of 250-500 mL of formula several times daily.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______________ feedings consist of the administration of...

Question 6

If parenteral nutrition is administered continuously for several weeks, transient elevations in _______________ enzymes may be noted.

Accepted Answer

The answer of If parenteral nutrition is administered continuously for...

Question 7

Which situation would require that the patient change from enteral nutrition to parenteral nutrition?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​The patient loses 5 pounds 
B)  ​The patient develops a paralytic ileus 
C)  ​The patient can no longer afford enteral nutrition 
D)  ​The patient develops sleeping problems 
E)  ​The protein content of the enteral nutrition needs to be changed 
A)  ​The patient loses 5 pounds 
B)  ​The patient develops a paralytic ileus 
C)  ​The patient can no longer afford enteral nutrition 
D)  ​The patient develops sleeping problems 
E)  ​The protein content of the enteral nutrition needs to be changed

Question 8

The usual nutrient density of enteral formulas ranges between:

Accepted Answer

A)  ​0.5 and 1.0 kcal/mL 
B)  ​1.0 and 2.0 kcal/mL 
C)  ​2.0 and 2.5 kcal/mL 
D)  ​3.0 and 3.5 kcal/mL 
E)  ​4.0 and 5.5 kcal/mL 
A)  ​0.5 and 1.0 kcal/mL 
B)  ​1.0 and 2.0 kcal/mL 
C)  ​2.0 and 2.5 kcal/mL 
D)  ​3.0 and 3.5 kcal/mL 
E)  ​4.0 and 5.5 kcal/mL

Question 9

Which best describes an advantage of a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​The tube can be inserted at the bedside 
B)  ​The tube is used for short-term feedings 
C)  ​It allows for bolus feedings 
D)  ​There is little risk of infection 
E)  ​The tube can be used for IV fluids 
A)  ​The tube can be inserted at the bedside 
B)  ​The tube is used for short-term feedings 
C)  ​It allows for bolus feedings 
D)  ​There is little risk of infection 
E)  ​The tube can be used for IV fluids

Question 10

Which statement regarding an implantable port would be considered true?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​An implantable port may be placed by a surgeon or a specially trained registered nurse. 
B)  ​An implantable port is usually inserted into the arm and threaded to the vena cava. 
C)  ​An implantable port must have the catheter changed every few days to reduce the risk of infection. 
D)  ​An implantable port may be difficult to access by the patient. 
E)  ​An implantable port is only suitable for short-term access. 
A)  ​An implantable port may be placed by a surgeon or a specially trained registered nurse. 
B)  ​An implantable port is usually inserted into the arm and threaded to the vena cava. 
C)  ​An implantable port must have the catheter changed every few days to reduce the risk of infection. 
D)  ​An implantable port may be difficult to access by the patient. 
E)  ​An implantable port is only suitable for short-term access.

Question 11

Feeding access is achieved when a feeding tube is placed into the stomach or _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Feeding access is achieved when a feeding...

Question 12

Peripheral parenteral nutrition requires large volumes to meet nutritional needs, which makes this route unacceptable for any fluid-restricted patient.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which describes recommended criteria for use of enteral feedings in a pediatric patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Weight loss of 5 pounds in 6 months 
B)  ​Unable to obtain 20% of caloric needs by mouth 
C)  ​Requiring over 4 hours a day to eat 
D)  ​Inadequate oral intake for over 48 hours 
E)  ​Persistent TSF below the 50th percentile 
A)  ​Weight loss of 5 pounds in 6 months 
B)  ​Unable to obtain 20% of caloric needs by mouth 
C)  ​Requiring over 4 hours a day to eat 
D)  ​Inadequate oral intake for over 48 hours 
E)  ​Persistent TSF below the 50th percentile

Question 14

_______________ feeding tubes enter the gastrointestinal tract through the nose and reside in the duodenum or jejunum.

Accepted Answer

​Nasointes

Question 15

The primary difference between enteral and parenteral feedings is that nutrients are provided via the _______________ rather than the gastrointestinal tract in PN.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The primary difference between enteral and parenteral...

Question 16

Enteral nutrition refers to delivery of nutrients distal to the oral cavity of the gastrointestinal tract via a tube, catheter, or _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Enteral nutrition refers to delivery of nutrients...

Question 17

How much folic acid is typically required in an adult preparation of parenteral nutrition?
2 mg

Accepted Answer

A)  ​250 mcg 
B)  ​500 mcg 
C)  ​600 mcg 
D)  ​1 mg 
E)  ​2 mg 
A)  ​250 mcg 
B)  ​500 mcg 
C)  ​600 mcg 
D)  ​1 mg 
E)  ​2 mg

Question 18

Which describes an advantage of compounding parenteral solutions in the hospital pharmacy?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Cost effectiveness 
B)  ​Increased patient satisfaction 
C)  ​Decreased risk of infection 
D)  ​The ability to combine blood products with the solution, if necessary 
E)  ​Reduction in nursing requirements 
A)  ​Cost effectiveness 
B)  ​Increased patient satisfaction 
C)  ​Decreased risk of infection 
D)  ​The ability to combine blood products with the solution, if necessary 
E)  ​Reduction in nursing requirements

Question 19

Which is an example of a research-supported reason to use enteral nutrition support?

Accepted Answer

A)  ​Decreased risk of respiratory infections 
B)  ​Improved wound healing 
C)  ​Increased tolerance of formulas 
D)  ​Complete nutritional coverage 
E)  ​Ease of administration 
A)  ​Decreased risk of respiratory infections 
B)  ​Improved wound healing 
C)  ​Increased tolerance of formulas 
D)  ​Complete nutritional coverage 
E)  ​Ease of administration

Question 20

Parenteral solutions are compounded under the supervision of a licensed _______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Parenteral solutions are compounded under the supervision...

Exam 5: Enteral and Parental Nutrition Support

Excessive _______________ in parenteral nutrition may contribute to hyperglycemia, hepatic steatosis, and excessive carbon dioxide production.

List five examples of nutrition diagnoses that would indicate a need for enteral nutrition.

The first step in determining the enteral nutrition prescription is to:

A surgeon places a feeding tube that provides nutrients directly into the patient's stomach. This type of tube is called a:

_______________ feedings consist of the administration of 250-500 mL of formula several times daily.

If parenteral nutrition is administered continuously for several weeks, transient elevations in _______________ enzymes may be noted.

Which situation would require that the patient change from enteral nutrition to parenteral nutrition?

The usual nutrient density of enteral formulas ranges between:

Which best describes an advantage of a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube?

Which statement regarding an implantable port would be considered true?

Feeding access is achieved when a feeding tube is placed into the stomach or _______________.

Peripheral parenteral nutrition requires large volumes to meet nutritional needs, which makes this route unacceptable for any fluid-restricted patient.

Which describes recommended criteria for use of enteral feedings in a pediatric patient?

_______________ feeding tubes enter the gastrointestinal tract through the nose and reside in the duodenum or jejunum.

The primary difference between enteral and parenteral feedings is that nutrients are provided via the _______________ rather than the gastrointestinal tract in PN.

Enteral nutrition refers to delivery of nutrients distal to the oral cavity of the gastrointestinal tract via a tube, catheter, or _______________.

How much folic acid is typically required in an adult preparation of parenteral nutrition? 2 mg

Which describes an advantage of compounding parenteral solutions in the hospital pharmacy?

Which is an example of a research-supported reason to use enteral nutrition support?

Parenteral solutions are compounded under the supervision of a licensed _______________.

Role of the Dietitian in the Health Care System

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