Learner Assessment

Beyond the Blender: Optimizing Pediatric GI Treatment with Blenderized Tube Feedings
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Question 1: True or False: Blenderized tube feeding is often preferred over standard enteral formulas in patients with formula intolerance, food allergies, or a desire for more natural nutrition.
Reference: Epp L., Blackmer A., Church A., et al. “Blenderized Tube Feedings: Practice Recommendations from the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition.” Nutrition in Clinical Practice, vol. 38, no. 6, 2023, pp. 1190-1219.
Question 2: True or False: The ASPEN practice recommendations suggest blending for 3-6 minutes for homemade blenderized formula to help avoid clogs in feeding tubes.
Reference: Epp L., Blackmer A., Church A., et al. “Blenderized Tube Feedings: Practice Recommendations from the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition.” Nutrition in Clinical Practice, vol. 38, no. 6, 2023, pp. 1190-1219.
Question 3: According to the ESPGHAN position paper, all of these options are benefits of blenderized tube feeds, except:
Reference: Köglmeier J., Assecaira I., Banci E., et al. “The Use of Blended Diets in Children with Enteral Feeding Tubes: A Joint Position Paper of the ESPGHAN Committees of Allied Health Professionals and Nutrition.” Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, vol. 76, no. 1, 2023, pp. 109-117.
Question 4: True or False: 8 French feeding tubes are preferred for homemade blends, while commercial blends require 14 French or larger tubes.
Reference: Epp L., Blackmer A., Church A., et al. “Blenderized Tube Feedings: Practice Recommendations from the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition.” Nutrition in Clinical Practice, vol. 38, no. 6, 2023, pp. 1190-1219.
Question 5: All of these options are considered potential risks of homemade blenderized tube feeding, except:
Reference: Mortensen M.J. “Blenderized Tube Feeding: Clinical Perspectives on Homemade Tube Feeding.” PNPG Post, vol. 17, no. 1, 2006, pp. 1-4.
Question 6: True or False: Blenderized tube feedings cannot be administered through a Jejunal tube. It is easily absorbed and digested by the body.
Reference: Epp L., Blackmer A., Church A., et al. “Blenderized Tube Feedings: Practice Recommendations from the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition.” Nutrition in Clinical Practice, vol. 38, no. 6, 2023, pp. 1190-1219
Question 7: According to the ASPEN Guidelines, which answer is the most appropriate hang time for homemade blenderized tube feeding at room temperature?
ReferenceEpp L., Blackmer A., Church A., et al. “Blenderized Tube Feedings: Practice Recommendations from the American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition.” Nutrition in Clinical Practice, vol. 38, no. 6, 2023, pp. 1190-1219

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