Question

49 of 50. implemented treatment measures for a client with a diagnosis of bleeding esophageal varices have been unsuccessful. the primary health care provider states that a sengstaken - blakemore tube will be used to control the resulting hemorrhage. the nurse would prepare for insertion of this tube via which route? answer options: 1. oral - gastric 2. nasogastric 3. gastrostomy 4. percutaneous

Explanation:

A Sengstaken - Blakemore tube is inserted nasogastrically to control bleeding from esophageal varices. Oral - gastric insertion is not the standard route. Gastrostomy involves creating an opening in the stomach wall and is not used for this tube insertion. Percutaneous insertion is not the typical method for this tube.

Answer:

1. Nasogastric