CNSC Focused questions with correct answers

EN major benefits CORRECT ANSWER -maintains functional integrity of gut -nutrients undergo first pass metabolism which helps promote efficient nutrient utilization -presence of nutrients in small intestine maintains normal gallbladder function (reduces risk of cholecystitis) -helps prevent bacterial translocation when long term EN devices used CORRECT ANSWER if needed for > 4-6 weeks refeeding syndrome basics CORRECT ANSWER -typically see symptoms 2-5 days after starting nutrition -recommend 100mg thiamine for 5-7 days gravity drip feeding method (EN) CORRECT ANSWER -w/o pump -provides continuous drip feedings in non-critically ill pts living at home or outside hospital cyclic TF regimen CORRECT ANSWER provided by pump or gravity period over <24 hours (lowest over 8 hours) bolus TF regimen CORRECT ANSWER -usually administered w/ syringe; typical regimen may provide 240mL bolus over 4-10 min period, w/ infusions 3-6x per day and at least 3 hours between feedings -can also be done w/ gravity drip method; rate of formula infusion regulated by adjusting roller clamp