To assist with a gastric lavage of an obtund patient who has ingested a known poison, the nurse must:
A) Place the patient in a semi-Fowler's position.
B) Discard aspirate into the toilet.
C) Instill the antidote before aspirating stomach contents.
D) Inspect the oral cavity for loose teeth.
Ans: D
Feedback: Prior to inserting the tube, the patient's mouth is inspected for loose teeth, and dentures are removed. The gastric contents are aspirated and sent for analysis prior to instillation of any substance. The patient's head is lowered 15 degrees.
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