During an enteral tube feeding,the client complains of abdominal cramping and nausea.The nurse should:

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If the client begins to experience abdominal cramping and nausea during an enteral tube feeding,the nurse should decrease the administration rate to increase tolerance.Administration of cold formula may cause abdominal cramping and nausea.The formula is best tolerated at room temperature.The nurse should not remove the tube if the client complains of abdominal cramping and nausea.The formula may need to be diluted if the client is complaining of abdominal cramping and nausea.

During an Enteral Tube Feeding,the Client Complains of Abdominal Cramping