a patient requires a tube feeding and gastric decompression, the nurse understands that the appropriate feeding tube is:

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A double-lumen tube is appropriate for both tube feeding and gastric decompression. One lumen is used for the feeding solution and the other for removing gastric contents or air. This allows for a more controlled feeding process and helps to prevent aspiration. A double-lumen tube is appropriate for both feeding and decompression as it has one lumen for feeding and another for decompression of gastric contents. This reduces the risk of aspiration and overdistension of the stomach. A 12 French tube may be too large for some patients, an 8 French tube may not be suitable for feeding, and a single-lumen tube would not allow for simultaneous gastric decompression and feeding.

A Patient Requires a Tube Feeding and Gastric Decompression, the Nurse