Exam 7: Nutrition Alterations and Management

A patient has a new order for intermittent nasogastric feedings every 4 hours.The nasogastric tube is placed by the nurse.What is the most accurate method for confirming the placement of the tube before initiating the feeding?

How would a person with a BMI of 28 be classified?

A patient is admitted with end-stage renal disease (ESRD)and is on hemodialysis.Which nutritional elements should be restricted?

A patient is mechanically ventilated and is receiving enteral nutrition via a nasogastric tube.To help ensure feeding tolerance,the nurse checks residual volumes every 4 hours.During a residual check later in the shift,the nurse aspirates a total residual volume of 350 mL.What action should the nurse take next?

What is one effect of malnutrition on respiratory system function?

A patient is admitted with severe malnutrition.A central venous catheter is placed in the right subclavian vein and total parenteral nutrition (TPN)is started.On the third day of infusion,the patient develops symptoms of fever and chills.What complication should the nurse suspect?

What is the rationale for careful intake and output for patients with pulmonary alterations?

A patient is admitted with acute liver failure and encephalopathy.Which dietary restrictions should be maintained for the patient?

Proteins are energy-yielding nutrients that provide important structural and functional duties within the body.What is one important physiologic function of proteins?

Which statement regarding obtaining height and weight measurements for the critically ill patient is accurate?