Can a patient be position laying flat when they have nasogastric tube?

A patient with a nasogastric tube should not be positioned laying flat. This could cause the tube to become kinked or obstructed, leading to complications such as nausea, vomiting, and aspiration. The head of the bed should be elevated at least 30 degrees when a patient has a nasogastric tube in place.

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