2023 NCLEX-PN Practice Questions Practice Question

When preparing a client for insertion of a nasogastric (NG) tube, how should the nurse position the client's neck to facilitate introducing the tube into the nostril?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Flexing the neck aligns the nasopharynx and esophagus, easing the passage of the NG tube through the nostril and reducing discomfort.

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