gastrointestinal disorders
How To Insert a Nasogastric Tube
Contraindications to Nasogastric Tube Insertion
Absolute contraindications Severe maxillofacial trauma Nasopharyngeal or esophageal obstruction Esophageal abnormalities, such as recent caustic ingestions, diverticula, or stricture, because of a high risk of esophageal perforation Relative contraindications Uncorrected coagulation abnormalities Very recent esophageal intervention, such as esophageal banding (discuss with patient's GI health care practitioner before attempting to place) 