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What is the primary purpose of explaining the procedure to the patient?

To inform the patient of the risks involved
To distract the patient during the procedure
To reduce anxiety and increase cooperation (correct)
To ensure the patient's consent for the procedure

Why is it important to elevate the head of the patient's bed?

To reduce the risk of respiratory complications
To facilitate the insertion of the tube (correct)
To allow the caregiver to work comfortably
To prevent aspiration of secretions

What is the purpose of marking the tube with an indelible marker?

To measure the distance of insertion
To ensure proper sterilization
To indicate the distance to be inserted (correct)
To identify the type of tube used

What is the purpose of applying a topical anesthetic to the nostril and oropharynx?

To numb the area for insertion (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should the patient do when the tube reaches the pharynx?

Swallow to facilitate passage (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the final step in inserting the tube?

Advancing the tube downward and backward (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using a nasogastric tube to drain unwanted fluid and air from the stomach?

To decompress the stomach (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of NG tube?

Levine NG tube (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should be assessed before inserting a nasogastric tube?

The patient's nares patency and facial trauma (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of auscultating for bowel sounds or peristalsis?

To assess the patient's bowel function (A) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after selecting the appropriate NG tube?

Verify the medical order for insertion (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a double lumen NG tube?

To allow air to enter and prevent reflux of gastric contents (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended distance to pass the tube with each swallow?

5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 in.) (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason to discontinue the procedure and remove the tube?

If there are signs of distress, such as gasping, coughing, cyanosis, and inability to speak or hum (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the expected pH range of stomach contents?

pH 1 to 5 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of respiratory or tracheobronchial fluid?

It is off-white to tan and may be tinged with mucus (B) Signup and view all the answers

How can the correct placement of the tube be confirmed?

By all of the above methods (D) Signup and view all the answers

How is the tube secured to the patient's nose?

By taping the tube to the patient's nose with a 4-inch piece of tape (A) Signup and view all the answers