You are caring for a patient with a gastrostomy tube. The patient complains of pain around the tube, and states that the surrounding area has been sore for a few days. Your physical exam reveals red, swollen skin around the G tube that is warm to the touch. You suspect:

A) an obstruction in the G tube.
B) an infection at the insertion site.
C) that the tube has been dislodged.
D) that the patient is not properly caring for the device.


B

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