After a client's nasogastric (NG) tube is inserted, what is the BEST way for the nurse to confirm the tube is correctly placed?
a. Inject air and auscultate for a "whoosh."
b. Aspirate for gastric contents and measure pH.
c. Ask the client if the tube can be felt in the stomach.
d. Ask the health care provider to check the placement.
B
Placement is confirmed by aspiration for gastric contents and measure of pH.
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