The physician orders a nasogastric (NG) tube for the client with pancreatitis. The nurse explains that the purpose of the tube is:
1. control of fluid and electrolyte balance.
2. removal of irritants.
3. relief from nausea and vomiting.
4. reduction of pancreatic secretions.
Answer: 4
1. Fluid and electrolyte balance are established by intravenous fluid therapy.
2. It may remove irritants but that is not the main purpose of the tube.
3. It may relieve nausea, but that is not the main purpose of the tube.
4. Keeping the client NPO and inserting an NG tube decrease enzyme production by the pancreas, allowing the organ to rest.
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