The nurse is caring for a patient with a Minnesota tube in place when the patient suddenly shows signs of severe pain and respiratory distress.The nurse should:

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Spontaneous rupture of the gastric balloon,upward migration of the tube,and occlusion of the airway are other possible complications that need to be assessed.Esophageal rupture may occur and is characterized by the abrupt onset of severe pain.In the event of either of these two life-threatening emergencies,all three lumina are cut and the entire tube is removed.For this reason,scissors are kept at the patient's bedside at all times.Endotracheal intubation is strongly recommended to protect the airway.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with a Minnesota