Posted: February 6th, 2018

Percutaneous gastrostomy tube : 3 Important Statements that Show Understanding of Nurse’s Teaching

Which statement made by the client-electroconvulsive-therapy/”>family member caring for the client with a percutaneous gastrostomy tube indicates an understanding of the nurse’s teaching?

A. “I must flush the tube with water after feedings and clamp the tube.”
B. “I must check placement four times per day.”
C. “I will report to the doctor any signs of indigestion.”
D. “If my father is unable to swallow, I will discontinue the feeding and call the clinic.”