Instructions
You are an intern on the stroke unit. Arthur Lomax, 74, had a stroke three weeks ago and has severe aphasia; he cannot make this decision. He still cannot swallow safely and has pulled out his nasogastric tube three times. The team is considering a PEG. His wife Bernadette is his person responsible.
Explain the feeding options and the management plan to Bernadette
- You do not need to take a history or examine the patient