You have just inserted a nasogastric tube for an enteral feeding in a 6-month-old infant. The best way to assess whether the tube has reached her stomach is to
A) aspirate the tube for stomach contents.
B) administer 1 mL of fluid and observe for coughing.
C) listen at the distal end of the tube for bowel sounds.
D) lower the end of the tube and observe for drainage.
A
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1. A ventricular septal defect 2. A coarctation of the aorta 3. An atrial septal defect 4. A complete atrioventricular canal
The nurse is instructing the paralyzed client on a method to stimulate the relaxation of the urinary sphincter aiding in urinary elimination. Which instruction would be correct?
A) Lightly massage or tap the skin above the pubic area. B) Press directly over the urinary bladder. C) Bear down increasing abdominal pressure. D) Pour water over the genitals.
An elderly client tells the nurse that she reads the paper better when the paper is off to the left or the right. The nurse realizes this client is demonstrating signs of which of the following:
1. Cataract 2. Macular degeneration 3. Vision changes from a stroke 4. Floaters
Which conflict resolution technique has the advantage of being the best solution for the conflict and encompassing all important goals to all sides?
a. Competing c. Collaboration b. Confrontation d. Negotiating