Which of these signs would indicate to the nurse that a client's ...

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Which of these signs would indicate to the nurse that a client's nasogastric (NG) tube has become blocked?
 
  a. The client begins to gag. c. The client becomes irritable.
  b. The client becomes restless. d. The client begins to vomit.

Question 2

After a client's nasogastric (NG) tube is inserted, what is the BEST way for the nurse to confirm the tube is correctly placed?
 
  a. Inject air and auscultate for a whoosh.
  b. Aspirate for gastric contents and measure pH.
  c. Ask the client if the tube can be felt in the stomach.
  d. Ask the health care provider to check the placement.

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Answer to Question 1

D
If the NG tube becomes blocked, the client will begin to vomit.

Answer to Question 2

B
Placement is confirmed by aspiration for gastric contents and measure of pH.

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