Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 91%
Simulated
The nurse is taking a sample of the fluid pulled from a nasogastric tube to ensure proper placement. The nurse recognizes that the gastric pH confirming proper placement in the stomach is
Correct answer
A
Rationale
A gastric pH of Ôëñ5.5 (e.g., 3.4) confirms NGT placement in the stomach. Higher pH values (7 or 8) suggest intestinal or respiratory placement.