The nurse is caring for a client with a large-bore NG tube inserted for feeding.The nurse checks for placement,and there is no aspirate.What is the appropriate nursing intervention?
A)Flush the tube and again attempt to aspirate contents.
B)Note length of exposed tubing.
C)Connect the syringe to the feeding tube and proceed with the feeding.
D)Remove the feeding tube and insert a new one.

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Because the formula will be inserted through the tube, placement must be verified. If there is no stomach aspirate of contents, suspect tube migration (possibly into esophagus). X-ray placement should be validated before feeding. Do not flush the tube or proceed with the feeding unless the placement is determined and an aspirate can be obtained and tested.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with a Large-Bore