Historically, the patient with acute pancreatitis was made NPO. Why? This patient has an NG tube placed. Why?
What will be an ideal response?
It was originally believed that stimulation of the pancreas should be avoided in order to prevent pain, nausea, and vomiting.
The patient had an NG tube placed because of his NPO status and to provide a path for gastric suction to assist with nausea and vomiting. Removal of gastric secretions will decrease the stimulation of the pancreas.
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