When Caring for a Patient with a Soft,silicone Nasogastric Tube

question 5

Multiple Choice

When caring for a patient with a soft,silicone nasogastric tube in place for enteral feedings,the nurse will

• A)avoid giving medications through the feeding tube.
• B)flush the tubing after checking for residual volumes.
• C)replace the tube every 3 days to avoid mucosal damage.
• D)administer continuous feedings using an infusion pump.

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