The nurse is discussing the administration of gavage feedings to a child who is unable to take fluids and foods by mouth. Which statement is accurate related to gavage feedings?
A) A gastrostomy tube is a tube passed into the stomach through the nose or mouth
B) An enteral tube is surgically inserted through the abdominal wall into the stomach
C) A bolus feeding is a feeding given continuously at a slow rate of speed
D) For long-term gavage feedings, a gastrostomy button may be inserted
Question 2
The nurse is preparing to insert a nasogastric tube into a 6-year-old child. What will the nurse include when performing this procedure? (Select all that apply.)
A) Apply sterile gloves
B) Confirm placement with an x-ray
C) Secure the tube to the nose with adhesive tape
D) Lubricate the end of the tube with sterile water or water-soluble lubricating jelly
E) Determine the length of the tubing by measuring from the tip of the nose to the tip of the sternum
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