Asked by Dylan Rodrigues on Jul 07, 2024
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The patient is admitted with facial trauma,including a broken nose,and has a history of esophageal reflux and of aspiration pneumonia.In view of this information,which of the following tubes is appropriate for this patient?
A) Nasogastric tube.
B) Percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tube.
C) Nasointestinal tube.
D) Jejunostomy tube.
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
A medical procedure that involves inserting a tube through the abdomen into the stomach to provide nutrition.
Jejunostomy Tube
A medical device inserted through the skin into the jejunum (part of the small intestine) to provide nutrition directly.
Esophageal Reflux
A medical condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the tube connecting the mouth and stomach (esophagus), often causing heartburn.
- Acquire hands-on expertise in the implementation and oversight of nasoenteric tubes.
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Learning Objectives
- Acquire hands-on expertise in the implementation and oversight of nasoenteric tubes.
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