A client having a tube feeding begins vomiting.What action by the nurse is most appropriate?

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The nurse should hold the feeding until the nausea and vomiting have subsided and consult with the provider on the rate at which to restart the feeding.Giving an antiemetic is not appropriate.After vomiting,a gastric residual will not be accurate.The nurse should not continue to feed the client while he or she is vomiting.

A Client Having a Tube Feeding Begins Vomiting