You are administering enteral nutrition at a rate of 60 mL/h using a 720 mL feeding bag. Calculate how long this feeding bag will last.

A. Suspension: A suspension is a liquid preparation in which solid drug particles are dispersed in a liquid. It does not provide protection from gastric acid or prevent irritation of the stomach lining.

B. Capsule: Capsules enclose medication in a gelatin shell, which dissolves in the stomach or intestine. Standard capsules do not prevent gastric irritation unless they are specifically formulated with protective coatings.

C. Powder: Powders are solid medications that are usually mixed with liquid before administration. They dissolve quickly and do not protect the gastric mucosa from irritation.

D. Enteric coated: Enteric-coated tablets are designed with a special coating that resists dissolution in the acidic environment of the stomach. They remain intact until reaching the more neutral pH of the small intestine, protecting the gastric lining and preventing acid-mediated drug degradation.

A. Apply a tourniquet above the injury site to prevent blood flow: Applying a tourniquet is not recommended and may increase tissue damage or concentrate pathogens in the area. Standard protocols focus on cleaning the wound and prompt reporting rather than restricting blood flow.

B. Immediately report the injury to the appropriate department and follow facility post-exposure procedures: Prompt reporting allows initiation of post-exposure prophylaxis, baseline testing for bloodborne pathogens, and proper documentation. Early intervention reduces the risk of transmission of infections such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C, or HIV.

C. Flush the injury site with antiseptic solution and cover with a sterile bandage, then continue work without reporting: While immediate wound cleansing is important, failing to report the exposure prevents access to appropriate prophylaxis and follow-up care. Continuing work without reporting violates safety protocols and increases infection risk.

D. Dispose of the needle in the sharps container and wait to see if symptoms develop: Merely disposing of the needle without reporting delays evaluation, testing, and treatment. Post-exposure procedures must be initiated immediately, not after symptoms appear, because many bloodborne infections are asymptomatic initially.