#1
Which of the following is a common indication for enteral nutrition?
Severe dehydration
Malabsorption syndrome
Skin rash
Hypertension
#2
What is the primary goal of enteral nutrition support?
To provide adequate hydration
To improve cognitive function
To meet nutritional needs via the gastrointestinal tract
To replace oral intake completely
#3
Which of the following is a method to assess tolerance to enteral nutrition in a critically ill patient?
Monitoring urine output
Measuring body temperature
Recording daily weight
Checking serum creatinine levels
#4
What is the primary advantage of using enteral nutrition over parenteral nutrition?
Faster initiation of nutrition support
Lower risk of infection
Bypasses the gastrointestinal tract
Longer-term nutritional support
#5
Which assessment parameter is crucial in determining the appropriate enteral nutrition formula for a patient?
Blood pressure
Body mass index (BMI)
Lipid profile
Nutritional status and requirements
#6
What is the preferred method for administering enteral nutrition in a patient with a functional gastrointestinal tract?
Parenteral nutrition
Nasogastric tube
Intramuscular injection
Intravenous infusion
#7
Which formula is appropriate for a patient with a soy allergy?
Standard polymeric formula
Elemental formula
Specialized formula for renal patients
Soy-based formula
#8
Which of the following is a contraindication for enteral nutrition?
Impaired gastrointestinal function
Malnutrition
Short bowel syndrome
Pancreatitis
#9
What is the purpose of a jejunostomy tube in enteral nutrition?
To administer medications
To facilitate gastric decompression
To provide long-term nutritional support
To monitor gastric pH
#10
In enteral nutrition, what does the term 'bolus feeding' refer to?
Continuous drip of nutrients over 24 hours
Gradual infusion of nutrients over several hours
Intermittent rapid administration of a large volume of formula
Oral intake of nutritional supplements
#11
In enteral nutrition, what does the acronym 'PEG' stand for?
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
Protein Energy Gainer
Parenteral Energy Glucose
Peripheral Enteral Growth
#12
Which of the following is a potential complication of enteral nutrition?
Hypernatremia
Hyperkalemia
Hypoglycemia
Aspiration pneumonia
#13
Which nutrient is often restricted in enteral nutrition for patients with renal failure?
Protein
Sodium
Carbohydrates
Calcium
#14
What is the recommended position for a patient receiving enteral nutrition through a nasogastric tube?
Supine
Left lateral decubitus
Head of the bed elevated 30 degrees
Prone
#15
What is the purpose of adding fiber to enteral nutrition formulas?
To increase caloric content
To promote bowel regularity
To enhance protein absorption
To reduce osmolarity