When preparing to administer medication via an NG tube,the nurse aspirates a large volume of residual.What should the nurse do first?

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If you find a large volume of aspirate (e.g.,200 mL or more),return aspirate to patient,withhold medication,and notify patient's health care provider.Check agency policy.Some agency policies will hold the tube feeding as well.Large-volume aspirates indicate delayed gastric emptying,which contributes to gastric distention,esophageal reflux,and vomiting,all of which place the patient at risk for aspiration.
Additional fluid would not be administered if the patient had a large residual.Use of suction would require an order from the provider.

When Preparing to Administer Medication Via an NG Tube,the Nurse