nasogastric

Definition

Describing the tube that gets threaded through your nose, down your throat, and into your stomach—a journey nobody enjoys but everyone pretends is 'tolerable.' It's medical equipment designed to drain stomach contents or deliver nutrition when eating normally isn't an option. The procedure makes waterboarding seem like a spa treatment, but it's medically necessary, so smile.

Example Usage

The nasogastric tube insertion made her gag repeatedly, but at least she could now receive nutrition without risk of aspiration.

Source: Medical device and procedure terminology

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