1. Which of the following accurately describes the greatest risk related to having a feeding tube?2.

Question Answered step-by-step 1. Which of the following accurately describes the greatest risk related to having a feeding tube?2.a) Electrolyte imbalanceb) Fluid volume overloadc) Infectiond) AspirationWhich of the following patients may benefit from enteral nutrition? (Select all that apply.)a) A patient who has a brain injuryb) A patient with oral cancerc) A patient with paralytic ileusd) A patient with burns of the lower extremities3.  What is the difference between a PEG tube and a gastrostomy tube?a) A PEG tube is inserted into the jejunum; a gastrostomy tube is located in the stomach.b) A PEG tube exits from the upper right quadrant; a gastrostomy tube exits from the upper left quadrant.c) A PEG tube is inserted through the abdominal wall; a gastrostomy tube is inserted through the nose.d) A PEG tube is inserted by using endoscopic visualization of the stomach and is held in place by its design; a gastrostomy tube is inserted surgically and is held in place by sutures. Health Science Science Nursing NURS 112 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)