A patient has a gastrostomy tube that has been placed to drain stomach contents by low intermittent suction. What is the nurses priority during this aspect of the patients care?
A) Measure and record drainage.
B) Monitor drainage for change in color.
C) Titrate the suction every hour.
D) Feed the patient via the tube as ordered.
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