Nasogastric Tube

NG tube insertion length is determined by measuring:

• from the nose to the xyphoid process

• from the earlobe to the xyphoid process

• from the tip of the nose to the earlobe to the xyphoid process

• from the earlobe to the tip of the nose to the xyphoid process

The gold standard method to confirm placement of an NG tube is:

• Aspiration

• X-ray

• pH

• Auscultation

NG tubes can be used for all of the following except?

• Parenteral Feedings

• Decompression

• Enteral Feedings

• Medication Administration

NG tube diameter is measured in?

• Gauge

• French

• Italian

• Inches

When the Salem sump tube is used for suction, the smaller lumen allows for an inflow of atmospheric air, which prevents _____________. 

• A vacuum if the gastric tube adheres to the wall of the stomach.

• The lungs from deflating.

• Expulsion of gastric contents.

You can check the gag reflex by placing a tongue depressor in the back of the throat.

• True

• False

Enteral feedings can be given intermittently or continuously.

• True

• False

What bed position do you place the client in when inserting a NG tube?

• Supine

• Tredelenburg

• High Fowler

Can inserting a NG tube be delegated to a UAP?

• Yes

• No