Gastrointestinal Intubation Overview
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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>To decompress the stomach and remove gas and liquid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be assessed before conducting gastrointestinal intubation?

    <p>Patient's gag reflex</p> Signup and view all the answers

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