For nasogastric intubation, the length of NG tube should be measured from the:

The correct answer is Nose to the earlobe and then to the xiphoid process.

Concept:-

• Nasogastric tube (NG tube): a tube that is passed through the nose and down through the nasopharynx and esophagus into the stomach.
• It can be used to remove the contents of the stomach, including air, to decompress the stomach, or to remove small solid objects and fluid, such as poison, from the stomach.
• Nasogastric intubation: Nasogastric intubation is the insertion of an NG tube into the nasal passage, through the throat, and esophagus into the stomach. It is a minor procedure that provides access to the esophageal passage and the stomach.

Procedure:-

• Explain procedure to the client
• Position the client in a sitting or high fowlers position.
• Examine the feeding tube for flaws.
• Determine the length of the tube to be inserted.
• Measure distance from the tip of the nose to the earlobe and to the xiphoid process of the sternum.
• Insert the tube into the nostril guiding it gently downwards over the nasopharynx.