CRNE Exam Prep

Category - Changes in Health

The physician orders the attachment of a client’s nasogastric tube to intermittent suction. The nurse attaches the suction, keeping in mind that the pressure should not exceed:
  1. 25 mm Hg
  2. 20 mm Hg
  3. 15 mm Hg
  4. 10 mm Hg
Explanation
Answer: A - If a nasogastric tube is ordered to be attached to intermittent suction, the pressure must not exceed 25 mm Hg. Using excess pressure can damage the gastric mucosa.
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