Question

Gastric residual volumes are measured before intermittent feedings and every Gastric residual volumes are measured before intermittent feedings and every _______ hours during continuous feedings. hours during continuous feedings

Answer 1

4-6 hours

Step-by-step explanation:

Gastric residual volumes are measured every 4- 6 hours during continuous feedings. Sometimes the measurement can range between 4 -8 hours. It usually measured before intermittent feedings.

Gastric residual volume refers to the fluid volume remaining in the stomach at a particular time during continuous feeding. It is done by using a feeding tube to withdraw fluid from the stomach. It is also advisable to replace the residual fluid back to the stomach of the patient to avoid nutrient and fluid loss.