The Nursing Action That Is Important to Prevent Complications from Nasogastric

question 12

Multiple Choice

The nursing action that is important to prevent complications from nasogastric feeding in a comatose client receiving tube feedings is to

• A) check residual volume every 4 hours.
• B) feed only small amounts every hour.
• C) feed the client in the supine position.
• D) stimulate the gag reflex every 8 hours.