WorksheetsNasogastric Tube
Total questions: 9
Worksheet time: 5mins
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
