Section 749.1435 - What are the requirements for using a nasogastric tube?(a) Only the following may insert a nasogastric tube:(2) A licensed nurse according to a physician's written orders; or(3) A caregiver instructed by a licensed nurse according to a physician's written orders.(b) The caregiver must document each insertion in the child's record. The documentation for each insertion must include the:(1) Signature of the nurse or caregiver who inserted the tube; and(2) Date of the insertion.(c) The caregiver must follow the physician's written orders concerning the tube.26 Tex. Admin. Code § 749.1435
The provisions of this §749.1435 adopted to be effective January 1, 2007, 31 TexReg 7469; transferred effective March 9, 2018, as published in the Texas Register February 16, 2018, 43 TexReg 909