A nurse should use which of the following protective measures when inserting a nasogastric tube?
A)Double gloves, goggles, and mask
B)Gloves, goggles, gown, and mask
C)Sterile gloves, goggles, gown, and mask
D)Sterile gloves, gown, and mask

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Gloves, goggles, gown, and a mask are worn if the nurse is at risk for exposure to contaminated secretions generated by splash or sprays. Sterile technique is not necessary during nasogastric insertion.

A Nurse Should Use Which of the Following Protective Measures