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What are precautions schools should take when a student has a feeding tube?
they should block certain sites , by using firewalls
What is a core flow feeding tube a nasogactric feeding tube which is similar to a dobhoff feeding tube.?
fredrick-miller tube
What is a core flow feeding tube a nasogactric feeding tube which is similar to a dobhoff feeding tube?
fredrick-miller tube
When would a feeding tube be needed?
A feeding tube is a medical device use to feed patients who cannot take food by mouth. Some of the many conditions that require a feeding tube include malnutrition, early birth, inability to swallow, surgical procedures to the mouth or throat and digestive problems.
Can a person with a feeding tube in stomach be submerged in water?
Yes, a person with a feeding tube in their stomach can be submerged in water, but precautions should be taken to protect the tube and the insertion site. It's important to ensure that the feeding tube is securely in place and that any potential water exposure does not lead to infection or complications. Covering the site with a waterproof dressing can help prevent water from entering the tube or the insertion site. Always consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice and recommendations.
How do you feed a person on a feeding tube?
humm... just a wild guess on a feeding tube?
Is tube feeding enteral or parental nutrition?
Tube feeding is an example of Enteral nutrition
What is a external feeding tube?
gastrostomy tube
Can you still eat by mouth if you have a permanent feeding tube inserted into the stomach?
It depends why the feeding tube was placed. If the feeding tube was placed because the person cannot chew/swallow safely, then no. If the feeding tube was inserted for supplemental feeding because the person doesn't consume adequate nutrition, then yes.
What are the three types of feeding routes in nutrition?
feeding tube
What is the purpose of a PEG feeding tube?
The purpose of a PEG feeding tube is to feed someone when they are incapable of feeding themselves. PEG is an acronym for percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy.
Is a feeding tube a form of life support?
I wouldn't say so. A feeding tube isn't going to keep you conscious.
