Nasogastric Tube Insertion Quiz

David is a nurse and he is about to insert a nasogastric tube for his patient, Zoe. What is the first step David should take in measuring the length of the nasogastric tube?

• Measure from the tip of Zoe's nose to her chin

• Measure from the tip of Zoe's nose, around her ear

• Measure from Zoe's ear to the back of her head

• Measure from Zoe's ear to her shoulder

Answer explanation

The first step David should take in measuring the length of the nasogastric tube is to measure from the tip of Zoe's nose, around her ear. This ensures accurate placement of the tube.

David is a nurse trying to help his patient, Daniel, who is unable to swallow water or ice. What should David do to help passage of the tube?

• Ask Daniel to cough

• Ask Daniel to breathe deeply

• Ask Daniel to remain still

• Ask Daniel to try to help passage of the tube by swallowing

Answer explanation

To help passage of the tube, David should ask Daniel to try to swallow. This will facilitate the movement of the tube through the esophagus.

Aria, Charlotte, and Liam are practicing tube insertion for a medical procedure. If the tube is going into the trachea and lungs during insertion, what should they do?

• Remove the tube immediately

• Rotate the tube to force it into the trachea

• Continue to push the tube further

• Hold the tube still and observe the patient's breathing

Answer explanation

If the tube is going into the trachea and lungs during insertion, the correct action is to hold the tube still and observe the patient's breathing.

Priya is a nurse and she just inserted a tube into a patient. What should she do next to ensure the tube is in the right place?

• Inject air into the tube and listen with a stethoscope

• Get an x-ray to confirm placement

• All of the above

• Withdraw gastric acid and put it on paper

Answer explanation

To ensure the tube is in the right place, Priya should perform all of the above actions: inject air and listen, get an x-ray, and withdraw gastric acid for testing.

Samuel is a nurse and he is about to insert a nasogastric tube into his patient, Arjun. Why should Samuel secure the nasogastric tube to Arjun's nose?

• To prevent gastric distension in Arjun

• To prevent the tube from being accidentally pulled out

• To allow easy removal of the tube when needed

• To make Arjun feel comfortable

Answer explanation

The nasogastric tube should be secured to prevent accidental pulling out.

Noah, Oliver, and Lily are studying for their nursing exam. They come across a question about the purpose of using an anti-reflux valve with the nasogastric tube. They are confused and turn to you for help. What would you tell them?

• To prevent the drainage from going all over the bed

• To measure the amount of gastric juice

• To regulate the flow of gastric acid

• To prevent the tube from getting clogged

Answer explanation

The purpose of using an anti-reflux valve with the nasogastric tube is to prevent the drainage from going all over the bed.

Sophia, a nurse, is preparing to administer medication to a patient via a nasogastric tube. What is the essential step she must take before proceeding?

• Get an x-ray to confirm placement

• Withdraw gastric acid and put it on paper

• Inject air into the tube and listen with a stethoscope

• None of the above

Answer explanation

Before administering medication via a nasogastric tube, Sophia must get an x-ray to confirm placement.

David is a nurse taking care of a patient with a nasogastric tube. Emma and Olivia, his colleagues, are also on the same shift. What should David do to ensure the nasogastric tube is not causing discomfort to the patient?

• Inject air into the tube and listen with a stethoscope

• Check the tape securing the tube every shift

• Rotate the tube to force it into the trachea

• Use a larger basin in front of the patient

Answer explanation

To ensure the nasogastric tube doesn't cause discomfort, David should check the tape securing the tube every shift.