A patient has had a nasogastric tube in place for 6 days due to the development of paralytic ileus after
Surgery. In light of the prolonged presence of the nasogastric tube, the nurse should prioritize assessments related to what complication?

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Patients with nasotracheal and nasogastric tubes in place are at risk for development of sinus infections. Thus, accurate assessment of patients with these tubes is critical. Use of a nasogastric tube is not associated with the development of the other listed pathologies.

A Patient Has Had a Nasogastric Tube in Place for 6