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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.
28 Μαρ 2020 · If there’s a list of bedside procedures which are uncomfortable, NG tube placement is easily near the top. So much of it relies on unpredictable anatomy (e.g., enlarged turbinates can narrow the passage) and technique.
Tube can be placed to drainage, per provider order, by: 1) gravity; 2) low continuous; or 3) low intermittent suction. If setting suction control do not exceed: 60 mm Hg for neonates or 80 mm Hg for pediatric patients.
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).
1 Απρ 2017 · A structured approach to confirming safe nasogastric (NG) tube placement in your OSCE exam. The guide includes pH testing and CXR interpretation.
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.
3 Νοε 2020 · Consider an orogastric tube placement if coagulopathy or facial trauma. DESCRIPTION. Salem sump (see photo of example here) double lumen with an air vent (blue side port) which allows atmospheric air to enter the patient’s stomach so that the tube can move freely; side holes near rounded tip; radio-opaque line
