Gastric decompression Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

PHTLS Post test 9th edition Exam 2023 Questions with Answers 1. The displacement of tissue away from the path of a projectile, both tem- porarily and permanently, is known as: A. Conization B. Cavitation C. Crepitation D. Contusion: B. Cavitation 2. The single most important factor in determining the potential for injury due to energy exchange is: A. Mass of the bodies involved B. Velocity of the bodies involved C. Density of the tissues involved D. Surface area of t...

Exam 2: NR224/ NR 224 Fundamentals Skills Exam| 100% Correct Questions and Answers (2023/ 2024 New Update) - Chamberlain Q: what are some examples of a pureed blended diet? Answer: Any food can be consumed but consistency is altered Q: How do you measure a nasogastric tube? Answer: - From tip of nose -> ear lobe -> xiphoid process Q: What are some of the reasons you would use an NG Tube? Answer: - Feedings - Decompression of the stomach to relieve disten...

NUR 283 - Transition to Registered Nurse Practice - Comp 1 Questions and Answers 100% Pass Details regarding the insertion of an NG tube for gastric decompression - pg. 1013 Saunders - Position the patient in high-Fowler's. Measure and mark the tube to indicate the insertion length. Apply lubrication to the tip before inserting into the nasopharynx and advancing. As the tube enters the back of the throat, have the patient swallow a sip of water (unless contraindicated) and flex the ...

The nurse is caring for a patient who is receiving intermittent tube feedings. The nurse is aware of the multiple reasons for complications. Which patient will the nurse identify as being at the greatest risk for a complication related to tube feeding/ 1) The patient with impaired swallowing after a stroke 2) The patient who experienced diarrhea prior to a formula change 3) The patient who's receiving multiple medications through the tube 4) The patient who doesn't tolerate feeding formu...

1. A client returns to the unit after abdominal Nissen fundoplication for treat- ment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. After 4 hours, the nurse determines the client has no drainage from the nasogastric tube (NGT) and has absent bowel sounds. What action should the nurse implement? Notify the healthcare provider. Continue to monitor the client. Reposition the nasogastric tube. Irrigate the NGT with normal saline. ANS Irrigate the NGT with normal saline. Rationale After abdominal surgery,...

TNCC test 2023 final exam with 100% correct answers Why is a measure of serum lactate obtained in the initial assessment of the trauma patient? Answer: c - CORRECT ANSWER-a) to measure oxygenation and ventilation b) to quantify the base deficit for the adequacy of cellular perfusion c) *to gauge end-organ perfusion and tissue hypoxia ** d) to determine the underlying cause of shock A trauma patient is restless and repeatedly asking "where am I?" vital signs upon arrival were BP 10...

A Levin tube is a single lumen nasogastric tube while a Salem sump tube is a double-lumen nasogastric tube with an air vent. The Levin tube is used primarily for long-continued gastric drainage and for gavage feeding. It is also used for diagnostic purposes. Its advantages are that it can be inserted either nasally or orally and that it is firm enough to be passed into an unconscious patient but flexible enough so there is little danger of producing injury. Option A: The Cantor Tub is a 10-fo...

Exam 3: NUR242/ NUR 242 (New 2023/ 2024) Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam Review| Complete Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct - Galen QUESTION Intestinal obstruction is Answer: a partial or complete blockage of the bowel that results in the failure of the intestinal contents to pass through QUESTION With obstruction Answer: gas and fluid accumulate proximal to and within obstructed segment causing bowel distention QUESTION A bowel obstr...

Exam 3: NSG 430/ NSG430 (New 2024/ 2025 Update) Adult Health Nursing II Complete Guide| Qs & As | 100% Correct| Grade A (Verified Answers)- GCU Q: body jacket brace Answer: used for immobilization and support for stable spine injuries of the thoracic or lumbar spine assess for superior mesenteric artery syndrome (cast syndrome) Q: superior mesenteric artery syndrome (cast syndrome) Answer: occurs if the brace is too tight, compressing the superior mesenteric artery against...

Exam 3: NUR242/ NUR 242 (New 2024/ 2025 Update) Med-Surg | Guide with Questions and Verified Answers| 100% Correct- Galen QUESTION S/S of obstruction in small and large bowel Answer: SBO: Upper gastric distention, N/V may contain fecal matter, severe electrolyte imbalance, metabolic alkalosis; LBO: Intermittent lower abdominal pain and cramping, lower abdominal distention, minimal to no vomiting, no fluid or electrolyte imbalance, metabolic acidosis Obstipation or ribbon-li...