Which Action Should the Nurse Take Immediately After Administering a Medication

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which action should the nurse take immediately after administering a medication through a nasogastric tube?

• A) Verify correct nasogastric tube placement in the stomach.
• B) Auscultate the abdomen for presence of bowel sounds.
• C) Immediately administer the next prescribed medication.
• D) Flush the tube with water using a needleless syringe.

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