Insertion
Maintenace
Name this piece
True/False
100
This is the gold standard for verification of an NG or a corpak
x-ray
100
If a patient has an NG, can PCT's unhook and hook the patient from suction?
Yes
100
What is this tube called?
Corpak or Dobhoff
100
It is okay for the guidewire to be reinserted to re-guide the tube if the patient partially pulls the corpak out?
False.
200
How do we measure an NG tube or corpak for insertion
Ear, tip of nose, xyphoid process
200
If the corpak becomes clogged, is it okay to put the guidewire back down the tube to unclog it?
No
200
What is this piece called?
Filter
200
Ordering providers need to communicate with IR/Endo providers if the patient needs to go down to have an NG or a Corpak placed?
True
300
How many attempts do we get to insert either a corpak or an NG tube?
2 times
300
If using a corpak for intermittent feedings, when should you flush the tube?
Before and after
300
What is this called?
NG or Salem Sump
300
Corpak's need to have a bridle applied unless there is a contraindication?
True
400
Should the bridle be placed before Corpak insertion or after Corpak insertion
After Corpak insertion
400
What is the suction setting for someone with an NG tube?
Low intermittent suction
400
What is the wire that comes out of a corpak called?
Guide Wire
400
Pepsi or Coke should be used to unclog a corpak?
False
500
When do we pull the guidewire out after insertion of a corpak?
After the doctor has read the radiology report and put in orders it is okay to use the corpak
500
How often should we be checking placement on NG's and Corpak's?
at least once a shift and before giving any intermittent feedings or medications
500
What is the blue piece called?
Anti-reflex or air vent
500
A residual needs to be checked when giving feedings through a corpak?
False