Check the correct placement of the tube in the stomach
- Wash hands.
- Check if the tube is not in the mouth
- Close the nasogastric tube by folding it at the base.
- Remove cap.
- Inject approximately 20 ml of air through the tube and at the same time place your hands over the stomach to feel the breathing.
- The inserted air must be aspirated at the end of this procedure.
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