The physician orders the attachment of a client's nasogastric tube to intermittent suction. The nurse attaches the suction, keeping in mind that the pressure should not exceed:
A)25 mm Hg
B)20 mm Hg
C)15 mm Hg
D)10 mm Hg

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If a nasogastric tube is ordered to be attached to intermittent suction, the pressure must not exceed 25 mm Hg. Using excess pressure can damage the gastric mucosa.

The Physician Orders the Attachment of a Client's Nasogastric Tube