Nursing - Critical & Intensive Care
Information presented in this CD-ROM instructional program is designed to assist the learner in understanding NG tube functioning and required nursing care. Mastery of the program will enable the learner to:
- Identify when the principles of medical asepsis are utilized.
- Discuss the assessment and tube measurement required prior to inserting an NG tube.
- Describe the process of inserting an NG tube and the client's potential response.
- Discuss methods used to determine accurate placement of the NG tube.
- Determine the correct suction pressure and placement of the air vent tube.
- Understand the concept of a double lumen NG tube.
- Explain the nursing care responsibilities required every 4,8, and 24 hours for an NG tube.
