Nasogastric tube placement is used for enteral nutrition, medication administration, and gastric decompression.
Insertion Procedure Highlights
- Measurement Method (NEX): Measure from Nose tip, to Earlobe, to Xiphoid process.
- Patient Position: High-Fowler's position with head hyperextended initially, then chin to chest during swallowing.
- Verification Methods: 1. Chest X-ray (Gold Standard) - must be done before administering feeds or medications. 2. pH testing of aspirate (pH should be less than 5.5).
