Once a nasoenteric tube has been inserted, which of the following procedures is done to verify placement, before beginning enteral feedings?
a. X-ray
b. Auscultate abdomen
c. Measure pH of aspirated fluid
d. Bolus 10 mL of sterile water and listen for "swoosh" in abdomen
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A Tube placement must be verified by radiography before enteral feedings.
B Auscultating the abdomen is not appropriate.
C Measuring the pH of aspirated fluid is appropriate for ensuring ongoing placement at the bedside but is not done for initial verification of placement.
D Administering a bolus into a nasoenteric tube to verify initial placement is not appropriate.
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