A patient has an occluded postpyloric feeding tube. Which nursing intervention is indicated?
1. Irrigate the tube with a large amount of pressure to break the clog.
2. Pull the tube and insert another.
3. Slowly attempt to irrigate the tube with warm water.
4. Use a stylet to break through the clog.
Answer: 3
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