9.
If the patient chokes or coughs when you are inserting the nasogastric tube, you
should _________________________________________________________.
10.
When intubating the patient, how far do you insert the tube? Insert the tube
_____________________________________________
11.
List three ways to check for correct placement of the nasogastric tube.
a. ________________________________.
b. ________________________________.
c.
________________________________.
12.
When you are removing the nasogastric tube, pull the tube out of the nostril
____________________, using a slow, gradual, and continuous motion.
13.
Be sure to put contaminated waste such as used adhesive strips ____________
________________________________________________________________.
14.
When you have finished removing the nasogastric tube from the patient, remove
the gloves you are wearing and ______________________________________.
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