NUR118.UNIT2.GI.Part 2 Exam Questions and
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Indications for Enteral Nutrition Must have a functioning GI tract. Unable to
swallow/chew.
Comatose
Brain injury
Poor appetite due to a secondary illness.
Types of Feedings: Continuous tapered up to goal. Usually between
70-150cc/hr.
24 hrs. Uses external feeding pump.
Types of Feedings: Cyclic on for 12 hrs at goal rate. Usually at night.
Promotes
patient to eat during the day.
Types of Feedings: Intermittent a specific volume (1-2 cans) given at
regular
intervals using gravity or a feeding pump
over a
short period of time 20-30mins, 4-6X/day.
Types of Feedings: Bolus 300-400cc. Infused quickly via gravity bag
or
syringe.
, Types of Feedings: H2O bolus usually ordered for supplemental
hydration. About
200-300cc 3-4X/day
Considerations in Selection of formulas are high in carbohydrates;
Enteral Formula: Diabetic Patients: glucose
monitoring is indicated for diabetic patients
as well
as patients starting enteral feedings.
Considerations in Selection of special formulas for patients on renal diets.
Enteral Formula:Renal
Patients/protein intolerance:
Considerations in Selection of formulas with additional calories/mL for
Enteral Formula: Anorexia: malnourished patients
Considerations in Selection of formulas with higher or lower fiber content
Enteral Formula: Formulas for
patients with diarrhea or
constipation
Steps: Before Beginning Tube Explain rationale to Pt and family.
Feedings Abdominal
assessment.
Check doctor's TF order for type, amount,
concentration, and frequency. Gather
supplies. To
prevent cramping, be sure formula is at
room
temperature
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Updated 2026
Indications for Enteral Nutrition Must have a functioning GI tract. Unable to
swallow/chew.
Comatose
Brain injury
Poor appetite due to a secondary illness.
Types of Feedings: Continuous tapered up to goal. Usually between
70-150cc/hr.
24 hrs. Uses external feeding pump.
Types of Feedings: Cyclic on for 12 hrs at goal rate. Usually at night.
Promotes
patient to eat during the day.
Types of Feedings: Intermittent a specific volume (1-2 cans) given at
regular
intervals using gravity or a feeding pump
over a
short period of time 20-30mins, 4-6X/day.
Types of Feedings: Bolus 300-400cc. Infused quickly via gravity bag
or
syringe.
, Types of Feedings: H2O bolus usually ordered for supplemental
hydration. About
200-300cc 3-4X/day
Considerations in Selection of formulas are high in carbohydrates;
Enteral Formula: Diabetic Patients: glucose
monitoring is indicated for diabetic patients
as well
as patients starting enteral feedings.
Considerations in Selection of special formulas for patients on renal diets.
Enteral Formula:Renal
Patients/protein intolerance:
Considerations in Selection of formulas with additional calories/mL for
Enteral Formula: Anorexia: malnourished patients
Considerations in Selection of formulas with higher or lower fiber content
Enteral Formula: Formulas for
patients with diarrhea or
constipation
Steps: Before Beginning Tube Explain rationale to Pt and family.
Feedings Abdominal
assessment.
Check doctor's TF order for type, amount,
concentration, and frequency. Gather
supplies. To
prevent cramping, be sure formula is at
room
temperature
