ATI LPN EXAM
ATI LPN EXAM ( 47 Questions)
A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a family member about how to position a client when administering enteral feedings at home. Which of the following statements from the family member should the nurse identify as an indication that he understands the instructions?
"I will allow the position my mother finds most comfortable during the feeding."This statement does not provide specific guidance on the proper positioning for enteral feedings. It's important to follow recommended positions to prevent complications.
"I will turn my mother on her left side during the feeding."Turning the client on the left side is not a recommended position for enteral feedings. The head of the bed is usually elevated to 30-45 degrees to prevent aspiration.
"I will position the head of the bed 45 degrees during the feeding."
This is the correct choice. Elevating the head of the bed to 45 degrees helps prevent aspiration and facilitates proper flow of enteral feedings into the stomach.
"I will elevate the head of the bed 10 degrees during the feeding."While some elevation is better than lying flat, the recommended angle is usually 30-45 degrees to minimize the risk of regurgitation and aspiration.
A. "I will allow the position my mother finds most comfortable during the feeding."
This statement does not provide specific guidance on the proper positioning for enteral feedings. It's important to follow recommended positions to prevent complications.
B. "I will turn my mother on her left side during the feeding."
Turning the client on the left side is not a recommended position for enteral feedings. The head of the bed is usually elevated to 30-45 degrees to prevent aspiration.
C. "I will position the head of the bed 45 degrees during the feeding."
This is the correct choice. Elevating the head of the bed to 45 degrees helps prevent aspiration and facilitates proper flow of enteral feedings into the stomach.
D. "I will elevate the head of the bed 10 degrees during the feeding."
While some elevation is better than lying flat, the recommended angle is usually 30-45 degrees to minimize the risk of regurgitation and aspiration.