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oroduodenal tube

Definition

oroduodenal tube rate
(Noun) A tube used for medical purposes to administer a substance directly through the mouth passing the stomach (relieving gastric upset and onset of nausea and vomiting) to the small intestines for immediate absorption.
Usage: Administer the acetylcysteine through the oroduodenal tube to ensure absorption by bypassing the stomach, which may cause vomiting of the medication.


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