For which of the following patients would a nasogastric tube most likely be considered to aid in the administration of medications?

A) An 81-year-old woman who wishes to stop taking her cardiac medications
B) A 78-year-old man who is unable to swallow following an ischemic stroke
C) A 60-year-old man who has just had a hemicolectomy (bowel resection) for the treatment of colon cancer
D) A 49-year-old woman who is experiencing frequent nausea and vomiting during her current round of chemotherapy


B

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