2. In which order would the nurse perform the steps of intub…
2. In which order would the nurse perform the steps of intubating a patient with a feeding tube? 1. Anchor the tube to the patient’s nose. 2. Encourage the patient to swallow by giving small sips of water while advancing the tube. 3. Perform hand hygiene and apply clean gloves. 4. Monitor for any changes in oxygen saturation and/or capnography. 5. Insert the tube through the nostril to the back of the patient’s throat.