The Nurse Is Providing Routine Care for a Patient with a Nasogastric

Multiple Choice

The nurse is providing routine care for a patient with a nasogastric (NG) tube.Care by the nurse is correct if which technique is used?

A) Alternates NG tube placement between the nares daily.
B) Provides patient oral care daily and lubricant to the lips.
C) Keeps the head of the bed flat with the tube in place.
D) Prevents pressure on the nasal tissue.