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A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO TUBE FEEDING FOR ADULTS ~ 3 Topics covered in this guide: Types of feeding tube • Nasogastric tube (NG tube) 2 • Nasojejunal tube (NJ tube) 2 • Gastrostomy and jejunostomy tubes (e.g. PEG, JEJ, PEG-J) 3 Equipment and administration • Equipment required to start tube feeding 6 • Types of tube feeds 7
This booklet will provide you with practical advice on how to care for a feeding tube and give feed safely. There are many different types of feeding tube. It is important that you know which one you have, as it can affect the way you have your feed and the care required to look after the tube. What kind of feeding tube do I have?
• Tube feeding is used to provide liquid food (nutrition), water (hydration) and medications • Some reasons for a feeding tube are: 1. Difficulty swallowin g
Learn about the different types of feeding tubes and supplies, the proper way to go through the tube feeding process, how to care for your tubing and yourself, and the side effects...
Identify types of feeding tubes and accessories. Recognize enteral devices with ENFit® connectors. Demonstrate appropriate techniques for formula and medication administration. Describe optimal tube site care. Recognize and troubleshoot complications of tube feeding. Nutrition Screening.
As you get used to being home with your feeding tube, this Home Tube Feeding guide will help you and your family understand how to manage your tube feeding. What is tube feeding? Tube feeding is a way of providing nutrition to people who cannot eat and drink enough for a period of time.
(Go to www.oley.org for “How-to” instructions for feeding, flushing and/or giving medicines through a tube.) If you are diabetic or have a family history of diabetes, it is prudent for your clinician to verify your glucose tolerance when initiating tube feedings.
