Asked by Cierra Eckhardt on Jul 27, 2024
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The nurse is removing 16-year-old Jody's nasogastric tube.What instruction does the nurse give Jody as the nasogastric tube is removed?
A) Exhale during the removal
B) Breathe in and out slowly
C) Hold her breath
D) Lay in a supine position
Nasogastric Tube
A plastic or rubber tube inserted through the nose into the stomach for the purpose of feeding or irrigating the stomach.
Supine Position
The Supine Position is a body pose where one lies flat on their back, often used in medical examinations or procedures.
Exhale
To breathe out air or gas from the lungs through the mouth or nose.
- Achieve comprehension regarding the governance and considerations of multiple feeding practices.
Verified Answer
OO
oluwatobiloba OlayemiAug 02, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Holding the breath during nasogastric tube removal helps to close the epiglottis, which can prevent aspiration of secretions.
Learning Objectives
- Achieve comprehension regarding the governance and considerations of multiple feeding practices.
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