The patient is to receive multiple medications via the nasogastric tube.The nurse is concerned that the tube may become clogged.What can the nurse do to prevent this?

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Crushed medication should be avoided if a liquid formulation is available.Each tube is irrigated with 30 mL of water before and after each medication.Crushed medications,if used,should be diluted.The nurse should read pharmacological information on compatibility of drugs and formula before mixing medications.

The Patient Is to Receive Multiple Medications Via the Nasogastric