Asked by Roleana Laster on Sep 27, 2024

A female nursing student in the final term of nursing school is overheard by a nursing faculty member telling another student that she got to insert a nasogastric tube in the emergency department while working as a nursing assistant. Which advice is best for the nursing faculty member to give to the nursing student?

A) "Just be careful when you are doing new procedures and make sure you are following directions by the nurse."
B) "Review your procedures before you go to work, so you will be prepared to do them if you have a chance."
C) "The nurse should not have allowed you to insert the nasogastric tube because something bad could have happened."
D) "You are not allowed to perform any procedures other than those in your job description even with the nurse's permission."

Nasogastric Tube

A medical device inserted through the nose into the stomach for feeding or drainage.

Nursing Assistant

A healthcare professional who provides basic care to patients and assists with daily living activities under the supervision of nursing staff.

Job Description

A formal account of an employee's responsibilities, duties, and scope of a particular job.

  • Comprehend the moral and legal obligations associated with caring for patients.