Question

which procedure uses a nasogastric tube to wash out the stomach?
a gastroscopy
b lavage
c gavage
d total parenteral nutrition

Explanation:

• Gastroscopy is an endoscopic examination of the stomach.
• Lavage is the procedure that uses a nasogastric tube to wash out the stomach.
• Gavage is a method of feeding.
• Total parenteral nutrition is a way of getting nutrition intravenously.

Answer:

B. lavage