Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 85%
Simulated
The nurse is monitoring a client post-insertion of a nasogastric tube for an intestinal obstruction. Which finding indicates the tube is functioning correctly?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Clear, watery output from a nasogastric tube indicates it is effectively decompressing the intestine by removing fluid and gas. Bright red blood suggests bleeding, no output may indicate a blockage, and thick drainage is not typical. CN: Physiological adaptation; CL: Evaluate