What should be done before initiating a gavage feeding?

Name: What should be done before initiating a gavage feeding?
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Aspirating stomach contents and aspirating a small amount of air while listening for stomach gurgling are the best ways to ensure correct tube placement.Holding the feeding tube under water to check for bubbling is not an effective method to check tube placement.Gastric distention would be important following the feeding.A gavage feeding is not a sterile procedure.

What Should Be Done Before Initiating a Gavage Feeding