The nurse inserts a nasogastric (NG) tube to the measured length.Which method is the best way to confirm placement of the NG tube without an x-ray film?
A) Measure the pH of the gastric aspirate.
B) Ask the patient if the tube is comfortable.
C) Instill air and listen over the stomach.
D) Advance the tube past the measured length.
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