Confirming the placement of a nasogastric (NG) tube is critical to ensure that it is correctly positioned in the stomach and not in the lungs or elsewhere. Here are the primary methods used to confirm NG tube placement:
1. **Aspiration of Gastric Contents**:
- Gently aspirate the contents of the stomach through the NG tube. The presence of digestive secretions, such as gastric juice (which is typically yellow or green), can suggest correct