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NCLEX-RN · Question #281
When assessing residual volume in tube feeding, the feeding should be delayed if the amount of gastric contents (residual) exceeds:
The correct answer is D. 50 mL. (A) A residual volume of 20 mL is not excessive. (B) A residual volume of 25 mL is not excessive. (C) A residual volume of 30 mL is not excessive. (D) Tube feedings should be withheld and physician notified for residual volumes of 50-100 mL.
Physiological Integrity: Basic Care and Comfort
Question
When assessing residual volume in tube feeding, the feeding should be delayed if the amount of gastric contents (residual) exceeds:
Options
- A20 mL
- B25 mL
- C30 mL
- D50 mL
How the community answered
(41 responses)- A5% (2)
- C2% (1)
- D93% (38)
Explanation
(A) A residual volume of 20 mL is not excessive. (B) A residual volume of 25 mL is not excessive. (C) A residual volume of 30 mL is not excessive. (D) Tube feedings should be withheld and physician notified for residual volumes of 50-100 mL.
Topics
#tube feeding#residual volume#enteral nutrition#gastric assessment
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