. Perform hand hygiene.

. Check if the tube is not in the mouth.

. Close the nasogastric tube by folding it at the base.

. Remove cap.

. Using a feeding syringe, inject approximately 15 to 20 ml of air through the tube and at the same time place your hands over the stomach to feel the breathing.

. It is important that the inserted air is aspirated at the end of this procedure.

. Check if the tube is not in the mouth.

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