Nasogastric tube delivers food to which organ?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Stomach
A nasogastric, or NG, tube enters through the nose and passes through the pharynx and oesophagus into the stomach. Therefore, it is used to deliver feed, fluids, or medicines to the stomach when oral intake is not possible or sufficient. A nasojejunal tube reaches the jejunum instead. The name “gastric” is the key clue because it refers to the stomach.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Stomach
Why is this the correct answer?
A nasogastric, or NG, tube enters through the nose and passes through the pharynx and oesophagus into the stomach. Therefore, it is used to deliver feed, fluids, or medicines to the stomach when oral intake is not possible or sufficient. A nasojejunal tube reaches the jejunum instead. The name “gastric” is the key clue because it refers to the stomach.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Home Science question. Chapter: Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics. Topic: Feeding routes.
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