Comprehensive Guide: When a nurse is caring for a client who is receiving enteral nutrition the nurse should plan to monitor?
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According to research, critically ill patients who cannot tolerate oral feeding for more than 72 hours should receive specialized nutritional support, with enteral nutrition often being the preferred method. Therefore, **when a nurse is caring for a client who is receiving enteral nutrition the nurse should plan to monitor** a variety of crucial factors to ensure safety, promote tolerance, and prevent complications.
