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Ns. Leli : “If that happens, I (4) [replace] …………………………………………. it as quickly as possible. I
(5) [flush] ………………………………………………… the tube regularly to ensure it stays clear.”
Mr. Toni : “Thank you. What about follow-up treatments?”
Ns. Leli : “After your condition improves, we (6) [discuss] …………………………………………. the next
steps with your doctor. You (7) [have] ………………………………………. an X-ray to confirm
everything is in place before we make any decisions.”

NGT Mal-positioning

Educating patient on possible side effects of NGT mal-positioning

Below are scenarios of some possible side effects related to mal-positioned nasogastric
tube. Practice educating your patient using the given detailed aspects.

Mr. Hartanto

“Mr. Hartono, I,m going to inform you about the
importance of proper NGT positioning. The NGT

Mal-position: The tube is placed in will go through your nose, down your esophagus, and
the respiratory tract (lungs) into your stomach. However, there is also a possible
instead of the stomach. risk associated with the nasogastric tube. It is a
Side effects: pneumothorax, very rare case, but it is possible that the tube will
accidentally enter the lungs instead of the stomach.
pneumonia, and feed
Such mal position is going to cause pneumothorax,
empyema.
pneumonia, and feed empyema. It will be fatal if do

not recognized early. We will do our best to avoid
that at all costs.”

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