A patient's Levin nasogastric tube inserted for decompression of the bowel, which is connected to low intermittent suction, is not draining
The patient reports feeling full, uncomfortable, and nauseous. After verifying tube placement, what action should the nurse take next?
a. Provide an antiemetic.
b. Remove the nasogastric tube.
c. Notify the physician immediately.
d. Gently irrigate tube with normal saline.
ANS: D
Gently irrigate the tube with normal saline to ensure patency and that the tube does not adhere to the stomach wall.
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