➤ When should respiratory status and blood gases be monitored after starting enteral feeding?
Obtain baseline respiratory assessment and arterial blood gases before or soon after starting feeds, then reassess within 24–48 hours. Monitor respiratory rate, work of breathing, oxygen saturation, and PaCO2 more frequently if the client worsens. Continue daily checks and adjust nutrition plan if hypercapnia or increased dyspnea develops.
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