You are caring for a patient who was admitted to have a low-profile gastrostomy device (LPGD) placed. How soon after the original gastrostomy tube placement can an LPGD be placed?
A) 2 weeks
B) 4 to 6 weeks
C) 2to 3 months
D) 4 to 6 months
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