The management of the patient's gastrostomy is an assessment priority for the home care nurse. What statement would indicate that the patient is managing the tube correctly?
A) "I clean my stoma twice a day with alcohol."
B) "I am placing sterile dressings on my stoma site."
C) "I am flushing my tube with 30 to 50 mL of water after my feeds."
D) "I have been giving my medications all at the same time to avoid hassle."
Ans: C
Feedback: The tube should be flushed with at least 30 to 50 mL of water or normal saline after each feed. Routine site care should include cleansing the site daily with soap and water. Clean dressing changes are acceptable. Medications should be given separately, flushing in between.
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