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Bolus feeding might be your best option for nutritional intake. What is bolus feeding? Is it right for me? We have the information you need. READ MORE
Home Enteral Nutrition: What Is It & How Does It Help You
Home enteral nutrition is also known as tube feeding within the comfort of your own home. It helps provide nutrition to a person who is unable to eat or drink in a conventional way. READ More.
The Pros and Cons of Feeding Tubes for the Elderly
The need for proper nutrition as we age increases. Are feeding tubes the right choice for our elderly loved ones? We have some information you need to consider. READ MORE
5 Common PEG Tube Complications & Their Prevention
PEG tube complications can be attributed to how a peg tube is inserted or removed. PEG tubes are generally safe and effective. However, it is important to learn about the feeding tube complications. READ MORE.
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Feeding Tubes for Dementia Patients: When and Which Ones?
Caring for a dementia patient is difficult, and you may be faced with the decision to insert a feeding tube. Are feeding tubes appropriate? The choice is tough, but we have the information you need. READ MORE
Enteral Feeding Guide - How to Tube Feed a Patient?
Are you feeling overwhelmed to administer meals to your loved one through a feeding tube? HPFY has the guidance you need on how to tube feed patients easily.
Tube Feeding: Enteral Nutrition vs. Parenteral Nutrition
The terms enteral and parenteral look and sound alike. In reality, they mean very different things. The major difference lies in the location where the nutrition is processed. Enteral feeding resorts to the liquid food processed by the GI tract. Patients prescribed enteral feeding consume their meals via tube connecting to their stomach or small intestine.
Enteral Feeding: The What, When, and How
When traditional oral intake is not feasible, enteral feeding comes into play. It supports nutritional needs of individuals recovering from an injury or surgery. Dive into this informative article and learn what, when, why, and how of enteral feeding and ensure optimal patient care.
Learning to Use the Kimberly-Clark Gastrostomy Feeding Tube
Healthy living has become synonymous with healthy eating. The social media, print media, health journals are all full of the super foods we should eat for maintaining good health. It is all doable as long as we have the ability to orally ingest, chew and digest all those nutritious foods. What happens if we can't do that?
Improve Balance & Stability with 6 Easy Exercises
Aging can diminish our balance and stability. Are there balance exercises that can improve balance and stability? Are they easy for the elderly? READ MORE
Tracking Calories: Keeping Tabs on Caloric Intake
Tracking your calories can help with weight loss and a healthy diet. How do I properly track my calories? What’s the best way to track calories? READ MORE
Mental & Behavioral Symptoms Caused by UTIs in the Elderly
Urinary tract infections can cause psychological symptoms. How do UTIs affect the elderly? Are there symptoms to look out for? READ MORE
Your Best Diet Options for Stomach Ulcers
Diet can be vitally important for those with stomach ulcers. What foods should I avoid? Are there foods to help me deal with my stomach ulcer? READ MORE
Nutritional Supplement Drinks: Pros and Cons for Older Adults
Aging brings with it changes in nutritional needs. Should I supplement my diet with nutritional drinks/shakes? Do they work and are they safe? READ MORE
Your Guide to Sterilization and Infection Control Products
Controlling infection during medical procedures is critical. What is the proper technique for sterilization? How do I disinfect medical devices or surgical instruments with? READ MORE
7 Items You Must Have for Safe Blood Sugar Management
Dealing with diabetes on a daily basis is challenging. How do I keep my blood sugar balanced? What do I need with me every day? How do I protect my loved one? READ MORE
Human Metapneumovirus: A Diagnosis and Treatment
This time of year, respiratory viruses can become commonplace. Human Metapneumovirus or HMPV can cause respiratory disease. What is HMPV? Who is at risk and what are the treatments? READ MORE
10 Home Remedies for Vaginal Yeast Infections
Vaginal yeast infections can be common in women. It’s not a serious form of infection but can be cured/prevented with home remedies. How do I get rid of vaginal yeast infections? What are home remedies for vaginal infections? We have some information for you. READ MORE
Choosing the Best Front Closure Bras for Seniors
We lose flexibility as we age and seniors can have issues dressing. Front closure bras for seniors may be an option. What makes front closure bras the best for seniors? Are front fasting bras for me? We have some info for you. READ MORE