NG medication administration includes which principle(s)? (Select ...

[Ebrown]

NG medication administration includes which principle(s)? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. The tube must be assessed for correct placement.
  b. All medications can be combined into one syringe.
  c. Tablets and capsules should be dissolved in water.
  d. The suction source should be immediately reconnected.
  e. Flush the tube with 30 mL of water after drug administration.

Question 2

Which nursing action(s) would be appropriate when administering a disposable enema? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Position the patient on the left side.
  b. Allow the solution to flow in by gravity.
  c. Instruct the patient to hold the solution 30 minutes before defecating.
  d. Maintain the six rights of medication administration.
  e. Lubricate the rectal tube.

[micaelaswann]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C, E
It is essential to verify correct placement of an NG tube. Solid medications must be crushed and dissolved in water before administration (with the exception of enteric coated tablets). Capsules should be opened and granules or powder sprinkled into 30 mL of water to dissolve (with the exception of timed released capsules). Flushing the tube serves to clear the tube and ensure that the drug has been transported to the intestine. Incompatible medications should not be combined. Suction will evacuate the medication from the patient.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, C, D, E
To facilitate flow into the large intestine, patients should be positioned on the left side. The solution should be held for 30 minutes before defecating. Enemas are medications, so the seven rights of medication administration should be followed. Lubrication of the rectal tube will facilitate insertion into the rectum. Gravity will not facilitate the administration of a small volume of enema solution administered from a bottle.

[Ebrown]

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