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28 Μαρ 2020 · In comparison, traditional small bore feeding tubes (SBFT, i.e., Corpak) and Dobhoff tubes (named for the two physicians who created it – Drs. DOBbie and HOFFmeister) are smaller and more flexible, permitting a greater degree of comfort for the patient.
29 Μαΐ 2020 · Large bore tubes (14 to 18 French) can also be used for suctioning and should primarily be reserved for nasogastric (NG) placement, while small-bore tubes (8 to 12 French) can be used for nasoduodenal or nasojejunal feeding.
A Replogle tube is used to continuously drain saliva from the upper oesophageal pouch and is positioned 0.5-1cm above the end of the oesophageal pouch. Adequate drainage of the upper oesophageal pouch is essential to prevent saliva spilling over into the trachea resulting in aspiration.
20 Μαρ 2023 · Nasogastric and nasoenteric tubes are flexible double or single lumen tubes that are passed proximally from the nose distally into the stomach or small bowel. Enteric tubes that will be removed within a short period of time can also be passed through the mouth (orogastric).
INTRODUCTION. Learning Objectives. Identify the indications for NG tube insertion. Identify contraindications for NG tube insertion. Outline essential safety principles related to the insertion of an NG tube, including evidence-based placement verification. Outline nursing assessments and interventions related to the insertion of an NG tube.
A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO TUBE FEEDING FOR ADULTS ~ 3 Topics covered in this guide: Types of feeding tube • Nasogastric tube (NG tube) 2 • Nasojejunal tube (NJ tube) 2 • Gastrostomy and jejunostomy tubes (e.g. PEG, JEJ, PEG-J) 3 Equipment and administration • Equipment required to start tube feeding 6 • Types of tube feeds 7
Patients who require feeding or medication administration via an NG tube for longer than 48 – 72 hours should consider getting a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy, or PEG tube, which is a tube that goes directly into the stomach.
