A patient with a nasogastric tube connected to suction is NPO (nothing by mouth) and reports a dry mouth and gagging feeling.What action should the nurse take?
A) Provide oral care.
B) Pull tube out 1 inch.
C) Offer ice chips to swallow.
D) Give lidocaine solution to coat the mouth.
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