In assessing a client with a nasogastric tube (NG), the nurse notes a decrease in the amount of drainage from the tube, accompanied by stasis of the tube's contents. What should be the nurse's next action?
A. Assess the placement of the nasogastric tube.
B. Irrigate the nasogastric tube with 50 mL of normal saline.
C. Remove the nasogastric tube.
D. Clamp the nasogastric tube.
A
The nurse assesses the NG tube for proper functioning. If a decrease in drainage and stasis of the tube's contents are noted, the nurse first assesses placement of the tube. Displacement of the tube is associated with decreased drainage and stasis.
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