Multiple Choice
The nurse assesses the patient who receives continuous enteral nutrition through a nasointestinal tube.What is the priority intervention by the nurse if the patient's bowel sounds are inaudible?
A) Document "absent bowel sounds."
B) Gradually decrease the rate of the tube feeding.
C) Monitor the patient for possible diarrhea.
D) Stop the feeding and notify the health care provider.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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