Which of the following statements best explains why the nurse should evaluate gastric residual before administering the client's next enteral feeding?
1. To determine how well nutrients are being absorbed.
2. To determine if the client is receiving enough feeding.
3. To prevent overdistention of the stomach.
4. To prevent mixing undigested formula with partially digested formula.
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