Which procedure uses a nasogastric tube to wash out the stomach?

A) gastroscopy
B) lavage
C) gavage
D) total parenteral nutrition


B
Explanation: Lavage washes out the stomach. Gastroscopy is a visualization of the inside of the stomach. Gavage is placing liquid nourishment directly into the stomach. Total parental nutrition is providing 100% of a patient's nutrition intravenously.

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