01/08/2026
NCLEX RN A nurse cares for a client with oral cancer and the placement of a percutaneous endoscopic gastronomy (PEG) tube for long- term enteral nutrition. The nurse educates the client and family on the care and use of the tube.
Which is the best action by the nurse when following the QSEN competencies of engaging the client and family in an active partnership to promote self-care management?
A) Give the client a pamphlet from the PEG tube manufacturer that explains the use, care and precautions of the tube and encourage the client to review the material
B) Explain to the client and family that a 16 French tube was inserted into the upper left quadrant of the abdomen and secured in the stomach by an internal bumper
C) Demonstrate measurement of the formula, filling and priming of the feeding system, the connection of tubing to the PEG tube, and the adjustment of the roller clamp to set the rate of feeding.
D) Educate the client and family on techniques to reduce the possibility of vomiting with intermittent feeding after the client experienced large emesis of formula.