The Nurse Is Providing Routine Care for a Patient with a Nasogastric

question 7

Multiple Choice

The nurse is providing routine care for a patient with a nasogastric (NG) tube.Care by the nurse is correct if which technique is used?

• A) Alternates NG tube placement between the nares daily.
• B) Provides patient oral care daily and lubricant to the lips.
• C) Keeps the head of the bed flat with the tube in place.
• D) Prevents pressure on the nasal tissue.

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