Question

the nurse is assessing the correct placement of a clients nasogastric tube. the nurse aspirates the stomach contents and notes the ph 7.35. which of the following is the most appropriate nursing action?

Answer 1

A pH of 7.35 indicates that the nasogastric tube is in the stomach and is correctly placed.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse has aspirated the stomach contents and noted a pH of 7.35. A pH of 7.35 indicates that the nasogastric tube is in the stomach, as the stomach has an acidic pH (around 1-3). When the nasogastric tube is correctly placed in the stomach, it means that the tube is in the correct position.

No further action is needed, as the nurse has confirmed the correct placement of the nasogastric tube.