Multiple Choice
The nurse is caring for a patient with a Salem sump double lumen nasogastric (NG) tube to suction.The patient complains of nausea and has mild abdominal distention.What is the nurse's priority action?
A) Administer an antiemetic.
B) Replace the nasogastric tube.
C) Check placement of the NG tube.
D) Irrigate the NG tube.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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