A tube-fed patient requires 2175 mL of water to meet his fluid needs.The tube feeding provides 1995 mL of water per day.How many 60-mL flushes with water will the nurse need to deliver to meet the patient's fluid needs?
A) 2
B) 3
C) 4
D) 5
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q103: Why are formulas that approximate the osmolality
Q108: Name and discuss five metabolic complications that
Q110: Differentiate between the characteristics and uses of
Q114: A TPN solution contains 1000 mL of
Q115: A severely malnourished patient on TPN has
Q119: Describe the proper administration of tube feedings.
Q120: Describe the procedures to be followed when
Q122: Describe the current procedure for administering a
Q123: Describe the ways in which the transition
Q124: Identify specific conditions that necessitate the use
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents