ATI RN
ATI RN Pediatric Nursing 2023 Questions
Extract:
A nurse is preparing to administer an enteral feeding to an adolescent who has an NG tube.
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct action for the nurse to take first is to check the pH of the gastric secretions (
Choice
A). This is crucial to determine the placement of the NG tube in the stomach. If the pH is acidic (pH < 5), it indicates the tube is in the stomach. If the pH is alkaline (pH > 6), it may suggest the tube is in the respiratory tract, which could lead to serious complications if feeding is initiated. Setting the administration rate on the feeding pump (
Choice
B) should only be done after ensuring proper tube placement. Flushing the tube with water (
Choice
C) or attaching the feeding bag tubing to the end of the NG tube (
Choice
D) should also be done after verifying tube placement. Checking the pH is the first step in ensuring patient safety and preventing potential harm.
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