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In which part of the gastrointestinal tract are medium tubes used for feeding inserted?
In which part of the gastrointestinal tract are medium tubes used for feeding inserted?
- Intestine
- Esophagus
- Stomach
- Duodenum and jejunum (correct)
What is the primary purpose of long tubes used in gastrointestinal intubation?
What is the primary purpose of long tubes used in gastrointestinal intubation?
- Lavage the stomach and remove ingested toxins
- Decompression of the intestines (correct)
- Assessing patient's medical history
- Administering medications and feeds
Who needs an NGT according to the text?
Who needs an NGT according to the text?
- Pediatric patients
- Patients with toothache
- Patients with joint pain
- Surgical patients (correct)
What is one of the indications for GI intubation mentioned in the text?
What is one of the indications for GI intubation mentioned in the text?
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What should be assessed before conducting gastrointestinal intubation?
What should be assessed before conducting gastrointestinal intubation?
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