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Danny Bannout
on Oct 28, 2024
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Which action should the nurse take immediately after administering a medication through a nasogastric tube?
A) Verify correct nasogastric tube placement in the stomach.
B) Auscultate the abdomen for presence of bowel sounds.
C) Immediately administer the next prescribed medication.
D) Flush the tube with water using a needleless syringe.
Nasogastric Tube
A flexible tube that is passed through the nose and down into the stomach, used for feeding or removing stomach contents.
Needleless Syringe
A medical device used for the administration of drugs or vaccines that does not involve a needle, reducing the risk of needlestick injuries.
- Display competence in safeguarding practices during medication delivery, focusing on elucidation and error mitigation.
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Learning Objectives
- Display competence in safeguarding practices during medication delivery, focusing on elucidation and error mitigation.
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