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secure a g-tube

How to Secure a G-tube

Feeding tubes can easily get caught on something and become dislodged, causing pain and discomfort. Here's how to secure a G-tube.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
Preventing Aspiration in Children

Healthy At Home: Preventing Aspiration in Children

Aspiration in children is a serious and common issue, and parents or caregivers should be aware of the signs and symptoms. See this tips for preventing...

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

Tube Feeding and Diarrhea

Tube feeding and diarrhea is commonly reported among people who rely on a feeding tube for nutrition. Follow these tips to prevent and resolve the issue.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS

G-Tube Care: A Step-By-Step Guide

G-tube care will make your tube last longer & keep the skin around it healthy. Read this step-by-step guide to checking, securing & cleaning your g-tube.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
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