RVT Journal Quiz: Volume 47, Issue 2, Article 1 – The proactive use of feeding tubes: When and why to reach for them sooner

RVT Journal Quiz: Volume 47, Issue 2, Article 1 – The proactive use of feeding tubes: When and why to reach for them sooner

Continuing to learn after achieving RVT status is essential for the individual and the advancement of the profession. Ontario RVTs can earn one (1) Continuing Education (CE) credit by reading the CE articles in the RVT Journal, or watching recorded sessions of OAVT presentations, and submitting the successfully completed corresponding quizzes.

If you obtain a score of 8 out of 10 (80%) or higher, you will receive a confirmation email which OAVT members can use as acceptable proof for their online CE record.

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1. The initiation of prompt nutritional management and intervention can result in which of the following?
2. How soon should nutritional intervention be implemented?
3. The placement of a nasogastric tube typically requires mild sedation.
4. Which feeding tube would be most appropriate for an adult cat who needs two days of hospitalization, and long-term nutritional support?
5. Which feeding tube would be most appropriate in a senior dog with pancreatitis and DCM who is not an ideal candidate for anesthesia?
6. Where should the veterinary healthcare team measure an E-tube from?
7. Which kind of patient would NOT be an ideal candidate for placement of an esophagostomy tube?
8. What does RER stand for?
9. Which diet characteristics are NOT a priority when choosing a diet to feed?
10. What is the goal in calorie content when creating a diet slurry?