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What is the definition or description of: nasogastric tube?
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Nose to stomach tube: A tube placed through the nose into the stomach to decompress the stomach or infuse medications or nutrition.
Answered 6/28/2015
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NG tube: This is a flexible tube inserted through the nose and then carefully advanced into the stomach. It is used to suction fluids and gases out of the stomach, often for surgical patients.
Answered 12/20/2015
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