A patient being prepared for an endoscopy to diagnose an upper gastrointestinal bleed asks why a nasogastric tube has to be inserted. What should the nurse respond to this patient?
A) "You need this to assist with placement of the ostomy tube."
B) "The nasogastric tube will assist in the removal of blood clots that may limit the physician in seeing your esophagus."
C) "Your physician has left orders for placement of the tube."
D) "The tube will reduce the likelihood of you vomiting during the procedure."
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