Nfdn 1002 Unit 4 Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

Aspiration {Ans: Complication of tube feed; fluid enters lungs; may cause pneumonia}Continuous feeding {Ans: administration of formula for 10-24 hours daily, using a pump to control the feeding rate}Vitamins {Ans: Compounds found in food that help regulate many body processes}Carbohydrates {Ans: the starches and sugars present in foods}Gastrostomy tube {Ans: a surgically placed feeding tube from the exterior of the body into the stomach}Effects of arthritis on nutrition {Ans: May need specialized eating utensils due to difficulty grasping}