Tag Archive: feeding rate

Enteralite Infinity Pump Training

Pump Setup: Step-by-Step Training Videos

Watch videos showing how to use an Infinity feeding pump, Kangaroo Joey feeding pumps, how to use an enteral backpack, how to bolus feed and more.

Mary Kuehl, MS, RD
tube feeding at school

Tube Feeding at School: 8 Tips to Prepare Your Child and School Staff

There's a lot to think about to ensure safe tube feeding at school. Plan ahead to ensure that your child gets the most out of each school day.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
GERD in infants and children

Tube Feeding: What Do I Do When My Child is Vomiting?

Vomiting can be one of many tube feeding complications. Learn why it may be happening, what you can do to mitigate it, and find tips on when to seek help.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS

Gastric Residuals: Are They Significant?

Typically, standard nursing practice is to stop tube feedings due to gastric residual volume (GRV) that is twice the flow rate. So, a feeding rate of only 40 mL per hour would be held with a measured GRV of 80 mL. The problem with using GRV to evaluate enteral nutrition (EN) tolerance is that feedings… Continue reading Gastric Residuals: Are They Significant?

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS