A geriatric patient has had a CVA and has a feeding tube in place. Which statement is correct about the administration of ordered drugs through the feeding tube?
A) Dilute medications with normal saline at room temperature.
B) Elevate the head of the bed to 30 degrees.
C) Check the position of the tube in the stomach by inserting 60 mL of air.
D) Flush the tube with 15 mL of warm water to ensure patency.
B
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