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What is the primary purpose of a nasogastric tube for patients?
What is the primary purpose of a nasogastric tube for patients?
- Compression for hemorrhage prevention
- Decompression for removal of secretions
- Lavage for irrigation
- Enteral feeding (correct)
Which method is considered the gold standard for assessing the placement of a nasogastric tube?
Which method is considered the gold standard for assessing the placement of a nasogastric tube?
- Endoscopy
- Ultrasound
- Chest x-ray (correct)
- CT scan
How can complications related to NG tubes be managed if the patency is blocked?
How can complications related to NG tubes be managed if the patency is blocked?
- Flush the tube with water (correct)
- Crush medications and insert them
- Replace the NG tube immediately
- Change the tape around the tube
What is the key difference between an NG tube and a G tube in terms of insertion location?
What is the key difference between an NG tube and a G tube in terms of insertion location?
In what situation would a large-bore nasogastric tube, greater than 12 French, be typically used?
In what situation would a large-bore nasogastric tube, greater than 12 French, be typically used?