Nclex-Rn (1) Fundamentals: Tubes Flashcards Questions And Accurate Answers Newest Exam

NCLEX-RN (1) FUNDAMENTALS: Tubes Flashcards Questions and accurate answers newest exam Q1 What is a lumen in relation to the different types of tubes? Answers: A lumen is a tube: some lumens can have multiple tubes each tube has a separate function 2 Q What is the difference between a single, double, and triple lumen? Answers: a single lumen has 1 tube a double lumen has 2 tubes a triple lumen has 3 tubes 3 QWhat is a (nasogastric) NG tube and what is its function? Answers: Inserted in the nose and placed in the stomach to: 1. remove fluids or gas (called decompression) / suction is turned ON 2. give meds and nutrition (called tube feedings) / suction is turned OFF 4 Q What is the difference between NG tube feedings and total parenteral nutrition (TPN)? Answers: Both give nutrients to the client but in completely different ways: NG tube feedings: liquid food in a tube goes directly into the stomach. TPN: nutrients go directly into an IV. 5 Q Is the insertion of an NG tube a sterile or non-sterile procedure? Answers: A non-sterile procedure and clean gloves are used. The nose, mouth, stomach, and colon are not