| A | B |
|---|
| LEVIN-TYPE NGT | HOB 30-45 degrees with client in the right lateral position for 60 minutes |
| RATIONALE FOR CHECKING RESIDUAL PRIOR TO GIVING TUBE FEEDING | to evaluate absorption of the last feeding |
| PLAN OF CARE PRIORITY FOR UPPER GI BLEED | determine vital signs |
| CHOLANGIOGRAM | outlines both the gallbladder and ducts to see if gallstones have moved into the ductal system |
| SIGN OF PARALYTIC ILEUS | inability to pass flatus |
| MOUTH CARE TO MAINTAIN INTEGRITY OF ORAL MUCOSA | brush teeth and use mouthwash and water |
| HOW TO DETERMINE IF IT'S APPROPRIATE TO D/C AN NGT | presence of bowel sounds in all 4 quads |
| WHAT TO DO IF A CLEANSING ENEMA CAUSES CRAMPS | stop for 30 seconds; restart at slower rate |
| POSITION FOR CLEANSING ENEMA | left lateral with right leg flexed |
| WHAT TO DO WITH NG ASPIRATE | pour into NGT through a syringe with plunger removed |
