问题
单项选择题
The client with a total laryngectomy receives tube feedings to meet his fluid and nutrition needs. The nurse explains to the client that the purpose of the tube feedings is to
A. prevent pain from swallowing.
B. prevent fistula development.
C. ensure adequate intake.
D. allow for adequate suture line healing.
答案
参考答案：D
解析：A nasogastric tube is usually inserted during surgery to instill food and fluids postoperatively. The tube allows the suture line to heal adequately, minimizes contamination of the pharyngeal and esophageal suture lines, and prevents fluid from leaking through the wound into the trachea before healing occurs. Normal oral feedings are resumed as soon as the nasogastric tube is removed, usually within 10 days after surgery.