A nursing student is asked to identify the difference between a nasogastric (NG) tube and a nasointestinal (NI) tube. The student correctly identifies that

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The statement "An NI tube is smaller in bore size and more flexible than an NG tube" is the correct difference between the two types of tubes. The other statements are not accurate. An NG tube is typically inserted through the nose or mouth and into the stomach, while an NI tube is inserted through the nose or mouth and into the intestines. The length of the tube can vary depending on the individual patient's needs.

A Nursing Student Is Asked to Identify the Difference Between