gastrointestinal disorders
How To Insert a Nasogastric Tube
Positioning for Nasogastric Tube Insertion
Patient sits upright in the sniffing position with the neck slightly flexed. If unable to sit upright, patient lies in the left lateral decubitus position. If patient is ventilated through an endotracheal tube that protects the airway, the nasogastric tube can be placed with patient upright or, if needed, supine. 