Which of the following is an appropriate intervention when unexpected situations occur during the administration of a tube feeding?
A) When checking for residue, if a large amount is aspirated, replace the residue before feeding.
B) If the patient complains of nausea after tube feeding, lower the head of the bed and administer an antiemetic.
C) If the tube is found to be in the stomach instead of the esophagus, follow the recommended steps to replace the tube.
D) If the tube becomes clogged when aspirating contents, use warm water and gentle pressure to remove the clog.
D
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