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Question #: 18
Topic #: 4
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When assessing residual volume in tube feeding, the feeding should be delayed if the amount of gastric contents (residual) exceeds:

  • A. 20 mL
  • B. 25 mL
  • C. 30 mL
  • D. 50 mL
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(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 50100 mL.
by Berny124 at Dec. 11, 2021, 4:05 a.m.

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Berny124
2 weeks, 5 days ago
Saunders states that feeding should be withheld if residual volume is more than 100ml or according to agency or nutritional consult recommendations.
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