An NG tube ________

A) is a stoma created in the abdomen
B) is a type of endoscope
C) is used to perform a colonoscopy
D) is a feeding tube through the nose into the stomach


D
Explanation: A) An NG tube is not a stoma.
B) An NG is not an endoscope.
C) An NG tube is not used to perform a colonoscopy.
D) Correct! NG stands for "nasogastric."

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