Asked by Joslin Jefferson on May 15, 2024
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A small-bore feeding tube is placed. Which technique will the nurse use to best verify tube placement?
A) X-ray
B) pH testing
C) Auscultation
D) Aspiration of contents
Small-Bore Feeding Tube
A narrow tube used for administrating nutrition directly to the stomach or intestines.
X-Ray
A form of electromagnetic radiation used in medical imaging to view the inside of the body, particularly bones and certain tissues.
pH Testing
A procedure to measure the acidity or alkalinity level of a solution, where 7 is neutral, numbers below 7 are acidic, and above 7 are alkaline.
- Properly implement methods for checking tube placement in enteral feeding.
Verified Answer
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Carter WegnerMay 20, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
At present, the most reliable method for verification of placement of small-bore feeding tubes is x-ray examination. Aspiration of contents and pH testing are not infallible. The nurse would need a more precise indicator to help differentiate the source of tube feeding aspirate. Auscultation is no longer considered a reliable method for verification of tube placement because a tube inadvertently placed in the lungs, pharynx, or esophagus transmits sound similar to that of air entering the stomach.
Learning Objectives
- Properly implement methods for checking tube placement in enteral feeding.