A client with an incomplete small bowel obstruction is to be treated with a Cantor tube. Which of the following measures would most likely be included in the client’s care once the Cantor tube has passed into the duodenum
A. Maintain bed rest with bathroom privileges.
B. Advance the tube 2 to 4 inches at specified times.
C. Provide frequent mouth care.
D. Provide ice chips for the client to suck.
