Describe the techniques used to assess placement of a nasogastric tube
Correct placement of a nasogastric tube can be determined via
? palpating the left side of the neck dorsal to jugular groove. Palpation is assisted by moving
the tube. Keep finger tips in a fixed position on the cranial one-third of neck then palpate for
passage of the tube under the fingertips.
? sucking on the tube end to confirm negative pressure. Gastric contents (hay) can also be
smelled at this point.
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