The Medication You Are to Administer Via a Nasogastric Tube

question 17

Multiple Choice

The medication you are to administer via a nasogastric tube must be taken on an empty stomach.You know that your patient is receiving feedings as well as medication through his nasogastric tube.What should you do?

• A)Stop the tube feeding for 30 to 60 minutes,depending on the medication.
• B)Stop the tube feeding and periodically aspirate stomach contents until you know the stomach is empty.
• C)Contact the physician and request a different medication that does not require an empty stomach.
• D)Go ahead with the medication administration without stopping the tube feeding.

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