NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Questions Fundamentals Questions
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Question 1 of 5
The nurse is taking a sample of the fluid pulled from a nasogastric tube to ensure proper placement. The nurse recognizes that the gastric pH confirming proper placement in the stomach is
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Rationale: A gastric pH of ≤5.5 (e.g., 3.4) confirms NGT placement in the stomach. Higher pH values (7 or 8) suggest intestinal or respiratory placement.
Question 2 of 5
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Question 3 of 5
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Question 5 of 5
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