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How should a nasal gastric tube stay in?

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Dr. TED FEDER answered

It Just Does: A naso-gastric tube will stay in on its' own if placed properly (far enough in). The outside end is often secured just so it doesn't flop around or get in the way.

Answered 8/31/2013

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