When caring for a patient with a nasogastric tube, you should:
a. offer the patient water if she starts to gag
b. take the tape off the nose if it bothers the patient
c. never unfasten the connecting tubing from the patient's gown
d. protect the tube when moving or changing the patient's position
Answer d.
You must ensure that the tube is not dislodged.
a. offer the patient water if she starts to gag
b. take the tape off the nose if it bothers the patient
c. never unfasten the connecting tubing from the patient's gown
d. protect the tube when moving or changing the patient's position
Answer d.
You must ensure that the tube is not dislodged.
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