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Redwolflake15

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on: Aug 2, 2018
The most reliable method for determining placement of a nasogastric tube is:
 
  1. Auscultation
  2. Insufflation
  3. Lack of signs of respiratory distress
  4. X-ray

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Which of the following practices would be least appropriate to reduce the possibility of contamination of a tube-feeding formula?
 
  1. Using only home-prepared feedings
  2. Discarding unused formula after 24 hours
  3. Refrigerating and properly labeling remaining formula
  4. Wiping the lid with isopropyl alcohol before opening it


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Reply #1 on: Aug 2, 2018
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Redwolflake15

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Reply 2 on: Aug 2, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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