A physician is most likely to order a gastric tube when a patient .

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A gastric tube, also known as a feeding tube, is most commonly used when a patient is unable to take nourishment by mouth for a very extended period of time. This may be due to a variety of reasons, such as illness, surgery, or other medical conditions. It allows for the delivery of liquid nutrition directly to the stomach, bypassing the need for oral intake. Choice A (fear of injections) is not related to the use of a gastric tube, and choice B (ICU stay) may or may not require a gastric tube depending on the patient's condition. Choice C (difficulty swallowing pills) may be addressed through alternative methods such as medication in liquid form or crushing pills.

A Physician Is Most Likely to Order a Gastric Tube