The nurse is caring for a patient with a Miller-Abbott tube used to decompress the small bowel. Which of the following would confirm the tube is located in the small intestine?

Explanation

• The small intestine is alkaline with a pH of 7 or greater. The stomach is acidic and should have a pH lower than 7

• A Miller-Abbott tube is inserted through the nose and advanced past the pyloric valve into the small intestine. It is used to diagnose and treat small bowel obstructions

Visit our website for other NCLEX topics now!