The Nurse Has Just Finished Inserting a Nasogastric (NG) Tube

question 20

Multiple Choice

The nurse has just finished inserting a nasogastric (NG) tube in a client who has difficulty swallowing. The best measure to test for placement of the tube is

• A) asking the client to speak.
• B) aspirating gastric contents.
• C) inspecting the posterior pharynx for correct placement.
• D) placing the end of the tube in a glass of water.

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