Which of the following is a recommended intervention for hyperglycemia in tube feeding?

Reducing the flow rate of tube feeding is a recommended intervention for managing hyperglycemia. When a patient experiences elevated blood glucose levels, it often indicates that the intake of carbohydrates is exceeding the body's ability to utilize or process them effectively. By decreasing the flow rate of the feeding, you slow the delivery of nutrients, including carbohydrates, which can help moderate blood sugar levels and allow the body more time to metabolize the glucose that is already present in the system.

This intervention aligns with the physiological response needed to manage hyperglycemia. Lowering the flow rate can help prevent further spikes in blood glucose levels while allowing healthcare providers to monitor and adjust the feeding regimen as necessary, potentially implementing changes such as modifying the composition of the formula or adjusting medication as indicated.

In contrast, increasing the flow rate or using formulas high in sucrose or additional carbohydrate-rich formulas would likely exacerbate the hyperglycemic condition by further increasing the carbohydrate load that the body must metabolize. Therefore, the correct approach focuses on reducing the stimulus that contributes to elevated blood glucose levels.