A client is to receive enteral nutrition. Which information should the nurse provide to the client and family? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)

C. Respect for the deceased person's cultural and religious beliefs is crucial. Care should be provided in a manner that aligns with their customs and traditions. This may involve specific rituals, prayers, or practices depending on the individual's cultural or religious background.
A. While completing documentation on the death certificate is important for legal and administrative purposes, it is not the priority during post-mortem care.
B. While it's essential to handle the deceased person's belongings with care and ensure they are returned to the family, this task can typically wait until after the immediate post-mortem care has been provided. It's not the priority during the initial stages of post-mortem care.
D. This task is important, but it should be carried out after the completion of post-mortem care. Once the deceased person has been respectfully prepared, the next step is to transfer them to the morgue or the designated location.

A. One of the primary purposes of inserting an NG tube is to decompress the stomach by removing gastric contents. In the case of abdominal distention and severe vomiting, excess gas and fluid accumulation in the stomach can contribute to discomfort and further vomiting. The NG tube provides a way to suction out these contents, relieving pressure and reducing symptoms.
B. NG tubes can also be used to administer medications directly into the stomach. This route is particularly useful when a client is unable to take medications orally due to vomiting or other gastrointestinal issues. Medications can be crushed and dissolved in liquid form before being administered through the NG tube.
C. In some situations, such as when assessing for gastrointestinal bleeding or checking for tube placement, it may be necessary to determine the pH of gastric secretions. Gastric aspirate obtained through the NG tube can be tested for acidity, which can help confirm that the tube is correctly positioned in the stomach and provide information about the client's digestive function.
D. While NG tubes can be used to supply nutrients via tube feedings, this is not typically the primary rationale for their use in the acute situation described (abdominal distention and severe vomiting). However, in cases where a client is unable to tolerate oral intake due to their condition, tube feedings can be administered through the NG tube to provide essential nutrients and maintain nutritional status.