A Client Is 1 Day Postoperative After Having Zenker's Diverticula

question 1

Multiple Choice

A client is 1 day postoperative after having Zenker's diverticula removed.The client has a nasogastric (NG) tube to suction,and for the last 4 hours there has been no drainage.There are no specific care orders for the NG tube in place.What action by the nurse is most appropriate?

• A) Document the findings as normal.
• B) Irrigate the NG tube with sterile saline.
• C) Notify the surgeon about this finding.
• D) Remove and reinsert the NG tube.

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