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During the insertion of a nasogastric tube, if the client experiences difficulty breathing or any respiratory distress, withdraw the tube slightly, stop the tube advancement, and wait until the distress subsides. It is not necessary to notify the health care provider immediately or remove the tube completely.
The nurse is inserting a nasogastric tube in an adult patient. During the procedure, the patient begins to cough and has difficulty breathing. What is the most appropriate action?
1. Insert the tube quickly.
2. Notify the health care provider immediately.
3. Remove the tube and reinsert it when the respiratory distress subsides.
4. Pull back on the tube and wait until the respiratory distress subsides.
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