Which precautions reduce aspiration risk during enteral tube feeding?

Which precautions reduce aspiration risk during enteral tube feeding?

• A. Elevate the head of the bed to 15 degrees during feeding
• B. Verify tube placement after feeding
• C. Elevate the head of the bed to 30–45 degrees during and after feeding; verify tube placement; monitor residual volumes as per protocol
• D. Administer feeds without monitoring

Answer: (C)