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Which type of tube is primarily used for feeding (gastric gavage)?
What is the purpose of the air vent (blue pigtail) in the Salem-Sump Tube?
In which setting is the Orogastric Tube primarily used?
What is the main purpose of the Cantor Tube?
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Which tube is used to treat bleeding esophageal varices?
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Study Notes
Feeding Tubes
- The Levin Tube is primarily used for gastric gavage, allowing for the administration of nutrition directly into the stomach.
Salem-Sump Tube
- Features an air vent, also known as the blue pigtail, which prevents the tube from adhering to the stomach wall and facilitates continuous drainage.
Orogastric Tube Usage
- The Orogastric Tube is primarily utilized in emergency settings for quick access to the stomach, particularly in cases of poisoning or gastric decompression.
Cantor Tube Function
- The Cantor Tube is designed for the drainage of the small intestine, often used in the management of bowel obstructions.
Treatment for Esophageal Varices
- The Sengstaken-Blakemore Tube is specifically used to treat bleeding esophageal varices, applying pressure to the esophagus to control hemorrhage.
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Test your knowledge of gastrointestinal intubation with this quiz. Explore indications, procedures, and techniques for inserting a flexible tube into the stomach and beyond. familiarize yourself with the various insertion methods and their applications in medical settings.
