What should be done before initiating a gavage feeding?
a. Hold the feeding tube under water to check for bubbling
b. Check for gastric distention
c. Aspirate stomach contents
d. Ensure the sterility of feeding equipment
ANS: C
Aspirating stomach contents and aspirating a small amount of air while listening for stomach gurgling are the best ways to ensure correct tube placement. Holding the feeding tube under water to check for bubbling is not an effective method to check tube placement. Gastric distention would be important following the feeding. A gavage feeding is not a sterile procedure.
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