Which is the priority nursing action when providing care to a patient with a nasogastric tube (NGT) in place following a pancreaticoduodenectomy?
A) Irrigating the tube
B) Checking for placement
C) Replacing the tube pulled out by the patient
D) Hanging a sign over the bed stating,"DO NOT Manipulate the NGT"
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