1.The nurse is assessing for correct placement of a nasogastric tube. The nurse aspirates the stomach contents, checks the gastric pH, and notes a pH of 7.35. Based on this information, which action should the nurse take at this time?
1. Retest the pH using another strip.
2. Document that the nasogastric tube is in the correct place.
3. Check for placement by auscultating for air injected into the tube.
4. Call the health care provider to request a prescription for a chest radiograph.
2. The nurse caring for a client with a chest tube turns the client to the side and the chest tube accidentally disconnects from the water seal chamber. Which initial action should the nurse take?
1. Call the health care provider (HCP).
2. Place the tube in a bottle of sterile water.
3. Replace the chest tube system immediately.
4. Place a sterile dressing over the disconnection site.