A patient is receiving continuous enteral feeding at a rate of 75 mL/h. The feeding bag holds a total of 900 mL. How many hours will the feeding last before the bag needs replacing?

A. Right: When converting from a larger unit to a smaller unit (e.g., grams to milligrams), the decimal point moves to the right because smaller units are more numerous per one larger unit. This increases the numeric value appropriately for the smaller unit.

B. Left: Moving the decimal to the left converts from smaller units to larger units, which decreases the numeric value. This is the opposite of what is needed when going from larger to smaller units.

C. Middle: “Middle” is not a recognized direction in decimal movement for unit conversions. Conversion is based on powers of ten, not arbitrary placement.

D. Top: “Top” is not a valid term for decimal movement in metric conversions. Unit conversions require moving the decimal point either left or right according to size differences.

A. ODTS dissolve on the tongue for rapid absorption: Orally disintegrating tablets (ODTs) are designed to dissolve quickly in the mouth, allowing faster onset of action through absorption in the oral mucosa. This form is useful for clients who have difficulty swallowing.

B. Enteric-coated medications can be crushed: Enteric-coated tablets are formulated to resist stomach acid and dissolve in the intestine. Crushing them destroys the coating, potentially causing gastric irritation and altering drug absorption.

C. Powdered medications require reconstitution for IV administration: Some medications are supplied in powdered form to maintain stability and sterility. Reconstitution with a compatible diluent is required before IV administration to ensure correct concentration and safe delivery.

D. Enteral medications are given through the digestive tract: Enteral administration includes oral, nasogastric, or gastrostomy routes, delivering medications directly into the gastrointestinal tract for absorption.

E. Parenteral routes are given through the digestive tract: Parenteral administration bypasses the digestive system and involves routes such as intravenous, intramuscular, or subcutaneous injection.