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a client receiving enteral feedings develops abdominal distention and diarrhea shortly after initiation of the feedings. which is the appropriate intervention for the nurse to implement?
answer options
1 encourage ambulation to stimulate peristalsis.
2 administer prescribed anti - diarrheal medications.
3 make the client npo and put the tube feeding on hold.
4 notify the physician of the clients signs and symptoms.
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Explanation:

When a client receiving enteral feedings develops abdominal distention and diarrhea shortly after initiation, the first - step is to stop the potential source of the problem. Making the client NPO (nothing by mouth) and putting the tube feeding on hold helps to prevent further exacerbation of symptoms while assessing the cause. Encouraging ambulation may not address the immediate issue. Administering antidiarrheal medications may be premature without knowing the cause. Notifying the physician is important but should be done after taking the initial step of stopping the feeding.

Answer:

1. Make the client NPO and put the tube feeding on hold.