Nasogastric (NG) feeding tubes are flexible tubes built with rubber or polyurethane plastic which is passed through the nose, down through the esophagus, and into the stomach. These nasogastric tubes are used to delivery liquid food directly to the stomach via the esophagus.
NG tubes are used for four different purposes:
Whenever one uses nasogastric feeding tubes at home there are a few things one has to take into consideration:
Taking care of the NG feeding tube involves cleaning the tube so that there are no contaminants left in the tube. Dirt, microbes, or other contaminants in the tube can damage the nasogastric tube as well as cause problems for the digestive system.
Cleaning the skin around the nose after using the NG feeding tubes helps in reducing irritation and rashes. Use a clean washcloth and a mild bathing soap to clean the skin around the nose after removing the tape or bandage. Also wash off the adhesive residue left by the tape or bandage.
There are a wide range of features of nasogastric feeding tubes to enhance enteral feeding experience. They are:
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