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NGT feeding is a special tube that carries food and medicine to the stomach through the nose. Feeding is where a narrow feeding tube is placed through your nose down into your stomach. The tube can be used to give you fluids, medications and liquid food complete with nutrients directly into your stomach. Two common gastric intestinal suction tubes: 1. levine tube 2. salem sump tube. NGT can also be used to: 1. Gastric decompression - the nasogastric tube is connected to suction to facilitate decompression by removing stomach contents. Gastric decompression is indicated for bowel obstruction and paralytic ileus and when surgery is performed on the stomach or intestine. 2. Aspiration of gastric fluid content - either for lavage or obtaining a specimen for analysis. It will also allow for drainage or lavage in drug overdosage or poisoning. 3. Feeding and administration of medication (GAVAGE) - introducing a passage into the GI tract will enable the feeding and administration of various medications. NG tubes can also be used for internal feeding initially. 4. ______ RISK AND COMPLICATIONS 1. Aspiration - the main complication of NG tube insertion include aspiration. 2.
NGT feeding is a special tube that carries food and medicine to the stomach through the nose. Feeding is where a narrow feeding tube is placed through your nose down into your stomach. The tube can be used to give you fluids, medications and liquid food complete with nutrients directly into your stomach. Two common gastric intestinal suction tubes: 1. levine tube 2. salem sump tube. NGT can also be used to: 1. Gastric decompression - the nasogastric tube is connected to suction to facilitate decompression by removing stomach contents. Gastric decompression is indicated for bowel obstruction and paralytic ileus and when surgery is performed on the stomach or intestine. 2. Aspiration of gastric fluid content - either for lavage or obtaining a specimen for analysis. It will also allow for drainage or lavage in drug overdosage or poisoning. 3. Feeding and administration of medication (GAVAGE) - introducing a passage into the GI tract will enable the feeding and administration of various medications. NG tubes can also be used for internal feeding initially. 4. ______ RISK AND COMPLICATIONS 1. Aspiration - the main complication of NG tube insertion include aspiration. 2.
Prevention of vomiting and aspiration - in trauma settings, NG tubes can be used to aid in the prevention of vomiting and aspiration, as well as for assessment of GI bleeding.
NGT feeding delivers food and medicine to the stomach through the mouth.
NGT feeding delivers food and medicine to the stomach through the mouth.
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The main complication of NG tube insertion is hemorrhage.
The main complication of NG tube insertion is hemorrhage.
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NG tubes can be used for internal feeding initially.
NG tubes can be used for internal feeding initially.
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NGT feeding is only used for aspiration of gastric fluid content.
NGT feeding is only used for aspiration of gastric fluid content.
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NG tubes can be used to prevent vomiting and aspiration in trauma settings.
NG tubes can be used to prevent vomiting and aspiration in trauma settings.
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Study Notes
Nasogastric Tube (NGT) Feeding Overview
- NGT feeding involves a tube that passes through the nose into the stomach for food and medication delivery.
- This method provides direct access to the stomach for administering fluids, medications, and nutrient-rich liquid food.
Types of Suction Tubes
- Levine Tube: A single lumen tube for gastric aspiration and feeding.
- Salem Sump Tube: A double lumen tube, often used for decompression and feeding.
Uses of NGT
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Gastric Decompression:
- Facilitated by connecting the nasogastric tube to suction, removes stomach contents.
- Indicated for conditions like bowel obstruction, paralytic ileus, and post-operative care after stomach or intestine surgeries.
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Aspiration of Gastric Contents:
- Utilized for gastric lavage or specimen collection for analysis.
- Important in treating drug overdoses or poisoning situations.
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Feeding and Medication Administration (Gavage):
- Enables feeding and administering medications directly into the gastrointestinal tract, quickly addressing nutritional needs.
Risks and Complications
- Aspiration: Main complication associated with NGT insertion, leading to potential respiratory issues.
- Hemorrhage: A serious risk during the insertion of NG tubes.
- NGTs are utilized not only for feeding but also to prevent vomiting and aspiration in trauma scenarios.
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Test your knowledge about nasogastric tube (NGT) feeding, a method of delivering food and medications directly to the stomach through the nose. Learn about the types of tubes used and the various purposes of NGT, including gastric decompression.
