A nurse is administering several medications via a client's gastrostomy tube. At which of the following times should the nurse flush with water? (Select all that apply.)

Prior to administering medications

After each medication

After giving multiple medications

Before aspirating gastric contents

After administering a sublingual medication

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,B,C

A. Flushing with water before administering medications helps ensure the tube is clear and free from residual medications.
B. Flushing after each medication ensures the medication is delivered completely into the stomach and minimizes drug interactions.
C. Flushing after giving multiple medications helps clear the tube and prevents potential interactions between different medications.
D. Flushing before aspirating gastric contents helps ensure accurate assessment and prevents contamination of samples.
E. Flushing after administering a sublingual medication is not necessary for a gastrostomy tube, as it is specific to oral medication administration.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Return demonstration involves the client demonstrating the skill back to the nurse after instruction, ensuring understanding and competence.
B. Discussion involves exchanging information verbally but does not involve demonstration of skill.
C. Question and answer involves the nurse answering client questions but does not include a practical demonstration.
D. Role play involves acting out scenarios but may not directly involve the client performing the actual procedure.

A. At the time of documentation B. In the area where the nurse obtained the medication C. In the nurses' station while reviewing the provider's prescription D. At the client's bedside before administration

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Performing the final medication check at the time of documentation may result in errors if there are discrepancies between the prescription and what is documented.
B. Checking the medication in the area where it was obtained may not ensure accuracy regarding patient identity, dose, or route before administration.
C. Reviewing the provider's prescription at the nurses' station is important but should not replace the final bedside check immediately before administration.
D. Performing the final medication check at the client's bedside ensures accuracy and patient safety by verifying the correct medication, dose, route, and patient identity directly before administration.

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