Which of the following should the nurse do first when introducing a feeding to a client with an indwelling gavage tube?
A) Irrigate the tube with normal saline solution.
B) Check to see that the tube is properly placed.
C) Place the client in a supine position.
D) Introduce some water before giving the liquid nourishment.
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