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azncindy619

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What does it mean to have a N/G tube to low intermittent suction?

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What nutritional complications could occur with the listed medications? List any adverse reactions.



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Answer to Question 1

This is a nasogastric tube placed in the stomach and connected to low suction for the purpose of evacuating the stomach. The suction is very low but strong enough to prevent a fluid build-up in the stomach.

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nitroglycerin: nausea, vomiting; adverse reactions include orthostatic hypotension

phenobarbital (Barbita): nausea, vomiting; adverse reactions include drowsiness, lethargy, hangover

morphine sulfate: nausea, vomiting, constipation, ileus; adverse reactions include respiratory depression.




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Reply 2 on: Aug 2, 2018
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