Asked by Margaret DiFlora on Jun 28, 2024
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When developing a plan of care for a patient requiring a nasogastric (NG) tube,the nurse recognizes that it is essential to implement which technique in measuring the length of the tube?
A) Measure from the nose to the ear to the patient's navel.
B) Measure from the nose to the middle of the sternum.
C) Measure and mark a point 30 inches from the end.
D) Mark the 50-cm point on the tube,measure in the traditional way,and insert halfway between the two spots.
Nasogastric Tube
A flexible tube inserted through the nose into the stomach, used for feeding or removing stomach contents.
Navel
The scar in the center of the abdomen, also known as the belly button, which marks the area where the umbilical cord was attached in utero.
Measurement Technique
A method or procedure used to quantify characteristics or parameters in a systematic and standard way, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
- Illustrate competence in the safeguarded operation and governance of nasogastric (NG) tubes.
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Learning Objectives
- Illustrate competence in the safeguarded operation and governance of nasogastric (NG) tubes.
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