A nurse is writing a care plan for a patient with a nasogastric tube in place for gastric decompression. What risk nursing diagnosis is the most appropriate component of the care plan?
A) Risk for Excess Fluid Volume Related to Enteral Feedings
B) Risk for Impaired Skin Integrity Related to the Presence of NG Tube
C) Risk for Unstable Blood Glucose Related to Enteral Feedings
D) Risk for Impaired Verbal Communication Related to Presence of NG Tube
Ans: B
Feedback:
NG tubes can easily damage the delicate mucosa of the nose, sinuses, and upper airway. An NG tube does not preclude verbal communication. This patient's NG tube is in place for decompression, so complications of enteral feeding do not apply.
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