Master Canadian Nursing Abbreviations

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What does 'NG tube' stand for?

Nasogastric Tube
Nitroglycerin Tube
Next Generation Tube
Neurogenic Tube

The correct answer is: Nasogastric Tube

An NG tube stands for Nasogastric Tube. This is a medical term referring to a tube inserted through the nose and down the esophagus to the stomach. Option B, Nitroglycerin Tube, is incorrect because this type of tube is used for administering medication for heart conditions. Option C, Next Generation Tube, is unrelated to medical terminology and is incorrect. Option D, Neurogenic Tube, is incorrect because it is a term used in referring to conditions affecting the nerves.