This nursing assignment focuses on the safe insertion of fine bore nasogastric tubes in adult patients. It emphasizes the importance of careful assessment, particularly considering neurological deficits, impaired blood clotting, tracheostomy, and GERD. The student must outline specific precautions to prevent complications like inadvertent tracheal intubation or esophageal erosion. The document also highlights the need for confirming tube placement after insertion and before administering food or medication.