NSG 317 Exam 3 | Questions and
Verified Answers | Pediatrics (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) | Grade A | 100%
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what are some reasons a gastric/intestinal tube might be placed?
-gut decompression
-to deliver nutrients
-empty stomach of contents, toxins, or poisons
what are some reasons a NG tube would be placed for gut decompression?
-to prevent nausea and vomiting post-op
-for a paralytic ileus
-for GI obstruction (to suck out the obstruction)
when would an NG tube be placed to deliver nutrients?
if the patient is not able to swallow
(delivering nutrients through the GI tract if functioning is better for the body than giving it IV)
what are some various characteristics of gastric/intestinal tubes?
-gastric (stomach) vs intestinal intubation
-large bore vs small bore
, NSG 317 Exam 3 | Questions and
Verified Answers | Pediatrics (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) | Grade A | 100%
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-single lumen vs double lumen
-nasally inserted vs percutaneously inserted
why might a person have an intestinal tube placed (rather than gastric)?
if a person aspirates food or is at high risk for aspiration, the tube may be placed beyond the
stomach
what type of NG tube is a double-lumen?
double lumen Salem sump tube
what are two nursing implications for NG tubes?
-make sure you understand your suction (intermittent or continuous) and how that would affect
your patient
-make sure you know how to tell if the suction works
which would be better long-term: NG tube or PEG tube? why?
PEG tubes (or PED or PEJ) are meant for long-term use; NG tubes can cause ulcers on the nose,
back of the throat, etc. so they aren't meant to be used long-term
, NSG 317 Exam 3 | Questions and
Verified Answers | Pediatrics (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) | Grade A | 100%
Correct
why might an NG tube be placed in an infant?
if they dont have an adequate suck to get enough milk/formula; an NG tube is easily placed
every time they need to feed (the babies usually swallow the tube themselves)
what is selection of an NG tube based on?
purpose and duration of treatment
what are some steps you must take before insertion of an NG tube?
-check nostril patency
-ask patient about medical/surgical history in relation to the nose (deviated septum, previous
nasal surgery, etc.)
-measure the tube length
how do you measure the tube length for NG tube placement?
from the nose to the ear to the xiphoid process; mark the end with tape so you know when to stop
if placing an intestinal tube, how do you measure the length?
measure the same way for gastric placement, then add 15-20 cm
Verified Answers | Pediatrics (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) | Grade A | 100%
Correct
what are some reasons a gastric/intestinal tube might be placed?
-gut decompression
-to deliver nutrients
-empty stomach of contents, toxins, or poisons
what are some reasons a NG tube would be placed for gut decompression?
-to prevent nausea and vomiting post-op
-for a paralytic ileus
-for GI obstruction (to suck out the obstruction)
when would an NG tube be placed to deliver nutrients?
if the patient is not able to swallow
(delivering nutrients through the GI tract if functioning is better for the body than giving it IV)
what are some various characteristics of gastric/intestinal tubes?
-gastric (stomach) vs intestinal intubation
-large bore vs small bore
, NSG 317 Exam 3 | Questions and
Verified Answers | Pediatrics (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) | Grade A | 100%
Correct
-single lumen vs double lumen
-nasally inserted vs percutaneously inserted
why might a person have an intestinal tube placed (rather than gastric)?
if a person aspirates food or is at high risk for aspiration, the tube may be placed beyond the
stomach
what type of NG tube is a double-lumen?
double lumen Salem sump tube
what are two nursing implications for NG tubes?
-make sure you understand your suction (intermittent or continuous) and how that would affect
your patient
-make sure you know how to tell if the suction works
which would be better long-term: NG tube or PEG tube? why?
PEG tubes (or PED or PEJ) are meant for long-term use; NG tubes can cause ulcers on the nose,
back of the throat, etc. so they aren't meant to be used long-term
, NSG 317 Exam 3 | Questions and
Verified Answers | Pediatrics (Latest
2026/ 2027 Update) | Grade A | 100%
Correct
why might an NG tube be placed in an infant?
if they dont have an adequate suck to get enough milk/formula; an NG tube is easily placed
every time they need to feed (the babies usually swallow the tube themselves)
what is selection of an NG tube based on?
purpose and duration of treatment
what are some steps you must take before insertion of an NG tube?
-check nostril patency
-ask patient about medical/surgical history in relation to the nose (deviated septum, previous
nasal surgery, etc.)
-measure the tube length
how do you measure the tube length for NG tube placement?
from the nose to the ear to the xiphoid process; mark the end with tape so you know when to stop
if placing an intestinal tube, how do you measure the length?
measure the same way for gastric placement, then add 15-20 cm
