Question

a nurse is instructing a clients caregiver on how to position the client before administering tube feedings in the home. which of the following statements by the caregiver demonstrates an understanding of the teaching?

\i will allow them to assume a position of comfort.\

\i will elevate the head of the bed 10 degrees.\

\i will place them in a left side - lying position.\

\i will sit them up in bed.\

Explanation:

• When administering tube feedings, sitting the client up in bed (semi - Fowler's or Fowler's position) helps prevent aspiration. Allowing the client to assume a position of comfort may not be a safe position for tube feeding. Elevating the head of the bed 10 degrees is not sufficient (at least 30 - 45 degrees is recommended). The left side - lying position is not the ideal position for tube feeding as it does not provide the best protection against aspiration compared to sitting up.

Answer:

"I will sit them up in bed."