While caring for a patient with a nasogastric tube, how might the nurse best check correct placement of the tube?
A) Auscultation after injecting air through the tube
B) Assessment of color of aspirate and laboratory testing of the aspirate
C) By taping the tube in place after the initial x-ray that confirms placement
D) A combination of visual assessment of aspirate, pH measurement, and measurement of tube length
Ans: D
Feedback: A combination of three methods is recommended instead of the auscultation. The three methods include: measurement of tube length, visual assessment of aspirate, and pH measurement.
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