When a patient has a nasogastric tube in place, you should
A)
keep the place of insertion clean and free from mucous deposits.
B)
when changing the patient's gown, unfasten the connecting tubing from the gown, to prevent pulling on the tube.
C)
never pull on the tube when moving the patient or when changing the patient's position.
D)
all of the above
Answer:
D
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