The patient is receiving nasointestinal tube feedings by continuous drip from an open system.Which procedure should the nurse use when caring for this patient?
A) Administer medication with a 10-mL syringe.
B) Change the feeding tube bag every 8 hours.
C) Add enough formula to the bag to last 24 hours.
D) Check the placement of the tube with a 60-mL syringe.
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