Chapter 16 part 1
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Common causes of diarrhea
Medications
Temperature of EN formula
Feeding rate and position
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Hydrolyzed vs standard formula
Hydrolyzed: For impaired GI status, contains pre-digested proteins
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Jejunostomy tube
Requires and infusion pump
Reduces aspiration risk
Bolus administration cannot be used with this site it will cause dumping syndrome the jejunum is to sensitive
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Before starting a tube feed what do you do first
Confirmed tube feeding tip placement with x-ray
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Flushing guidelines
Flush 30mls before and after medication administration
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Cyclic feeding
Provides nutrition intermittently, allowing some normal intake
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Continuous drip
Reduces aspiration risk, particularly when delivered to the intestine
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