The Mother of a Premature Newborn Questions Why a Gavage

The mother of a premature newborn questions why a gavage feeding catheter is placed in the mouth of the newborn and not in the nose. The nurse's best response is:

A) "Most newborns are nose breathers."
B) "The tube will elicit the sucking reflex."
C) "A smaller catheter is preferred for feedings."
D) "Most newborns are mouth breathers."