A nasogastric tube to suction is ordered for a child newly diagnosed with a diaphragmatic hernia. The nurse notes that the surgeon has not ordered fluid replacement for the NG drainage. What might occur if large amounts of gastric drainage are noted without replacement?
A)The infant may lose weight due to loss of nutrition.
B)The infant will develop metabolic alkalosis.
C)The infant will become dehydrated.
D)The infant will develop hyperbilirubinemia.

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Large amounts of gastric drainage can lead to a loss of stomach acid, which can result in metabolic alkalosis due to the loss of hydrogen ions.

A Nasogastric Tube to Suction Is Ordered for a Child