Asked by Elizabeth Jones on Jun 17, 2024
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Of the patients listed below,which would be a candidate for nasoenteric feeding tube placement?
A) Post-motor vehicle accident victim with a broken nose and jaw
B) Patient with a bleeding ulcer and possible esophageal varices
C) Elderly patient with a diagnosis of failure to thrive and an inability to chew
D) Patient with an esophageal tumor
Nasoenteric Feeding Tube
A tube inserted through the nose into the stomach or small intestine to provide nutrition directly to patients who cannot eat by mouth.
Esophageal Tumor
An abnormal growth of cells in the esophagus, which can be benign or malignant (cancerous).
Esophageal Varices
Swollen, varicose veins located in the lining of the lower esophagus, often a complication of liver disease and can lead to life-threatening bleeding.
- Identify suitable candidates for nasoenteric feeding tube placement.
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Sulyka AbukarJun 23, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Enteral nutrition,commonly called tube feeding,is the administration of nutrients through the gastrointestinal tract when a patient cannot ingest,chew,or swallow,but can digest and absorb nutrients.Nasoenteric tubes are contraindicated in patients with facial trauma,prolonged bleeding,and upper gastrointestinal (GI)blockage (as is seen in cases of solid cancer).
Learning Objectives
- Identify suitable candidates for nasoenteric feeding tube placement.