A Patient Has a Feeding Tube That Runs Through the Nose

question 50

Multiple Choice

A patient has a feeding tube that runs through the nose to the stomach. The term that describes this is _____ tube.

• A) jejunostomy (J)
• B) nasogastric (NG)
• C) nasojejunal (NJ)
• D) percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG)

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Definitions:

Goodwill

An intangible asset representing the excess value of a company over its tangible assets and liabilities, often arising from brand reputation, customer relationships, or intellectual property.

Book Value

Book value represents the value of an asset according to its balance sheet account balance, taking into account the original cost minus depreciation, amortization, or impairment costs.

Amortized

Adjusted through gradual reduction of the loan balance or asset value over time by making regular payments that cover both principal and interest.