A nurse is providing site care for a child who has a gastrostomy enteral tube. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A. Apply water-soluble lubricant to the site. Lubricants are not necessary for gastrostomy tube site care. Instead, the nurse should keep the area clean and dry to prevent irritation and infection. Applying lubricant could increase moisture, potentially leading to skin breakdown or fungal infections. B. Attach an extension tube to the site's opening prior to use. Extension tubes are only needed for certain types of gastrostomy devices, such as low-profile buttons, and should be attached only when feeding or administering medications. Continuous attachment is unnecessary and may increase the risk of dislodgment or contamination. C. Tape the tube to the child's cheek. Taping a gastrostomy tube to the cheek is inappropriate, as it does not provide adequate stabilization and may cause discomfort. This technique is more commonly used for securing nasogastric tubes rather than gastrostomy tubes. D. Secure the tubing to the child's abdomen. Properly securing the gastrostomy tube to the abdomen helps prevent accidental dislodgment, irritation, and skin breakdown. The tube should be secured with tape or a securement device while allowing slight movement to reduce tension on the insertion site.