A nurse is caring for a client in a long-term care facility who is receiving enteral feedings via an NG tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take prior to administering the tube feeding?

A. Testing the pH of the gastric aspirate helps to confirm the placement of the nasogastric (NG) tube in the stomach, ensuring that the feeding is safely administered. A pH of 4 or below generally indicates gastric placement. B. Residuals are typically checked during the feeding process to assess gastric emptying and prevent overfeeding, but it is not the priority before starting the feed. C. A higher Fowler's position (30 to 45 degrees) is recommended to reduce the risk of aspiration. Low Fowler’s position does not promote proper digestion and increases the risk of aspiration. D. While warming the solution is often done for comfort, it is not the first priority before administering enteral feedings. The primary concern is confirming the placement of the NG tube.