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Check with your state's nursing board. In most states, an LPN/LVN with appropriate training can insert an NG tube.

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Can an LPN in Kansas insert an NG tube?

Should be able to! I am an LPN and have inserted many!


Can you reinsert guide wire to blocked NG tube?

You should never reinsert the guide wire into an NG tube. If reinserted into the NG tube, it can puncture through the tube and perforate the esophagus. You should follow your doctor (or whoever ordered the NG tube) ordered flushing instructions only.


When a patient needs both intubated and a gastric tube can either a NG or a OG be used for the gastric tube?

NG (nasal) generally have smaller lumen. An OG (oral) has a larger lumen size. They shouldn't be interchanged. Check the lumen sizes.


When should you extubate?

When the patient can breathe without assistance (I am assuming a breathing tube -- not an NG tube).


Why do they put ng tube in?

An NG tube is used for many different conditions -but in the end they're used for feeding and giving medications to people. Some of the reasons you may need an NG tube are: Gastro disorders, unable to swallow, unable to keep a healthy weight, eating disorders etc.


How do you administer liquid activated charcoal?

PO or NG tube


Why flex head forward when inserting a ng tube?

this position helps place the Ng tube into the esophagus instead of the trachea by slightly blocking the airway and giving an open unresisting path into the esophagus.


What is involved with a feeding tube and is it permanent?

A feeding tube is used to provide nutrition to an individual who is not able to properly feed themselves. The feeding tube involves placing a tube in the esophagus or stomach in order pass nutrients through the body.


What is an NG tube?

An NG tube, or nasogastric tube, is a flexible tube inserted through the nose, down the esophagus, and into the stomach. It is used for various medical purposes, including providing nutrition, administering medications, or removing stomach contents. NG tubes are often utilized in patients who cannot eat by mouth due to surgery, illness, or other conditions. Proper placement and care are essential to prevent complications such as irritation or infection.


Why normal saline for a ng tube flush?

Normal saline is commonly used for flushing a nasogastric (NG) tube because it is isotonic, which helps maintain fluid balance and prevents irritation to the gastric mucosa. Its sterile nature ensures that it does not introduce bacteria into the gastrointestinal tract. Additionally, normal saline effectively clears the tube, preventing clogging and ensuring that medications or feedings can flow properly through the NG tube.


Is a dobhoff different from an ng tube?

Yes, a Dobhoff tube is a specific type of nasogastric (NG) tube designed primarily for feeding and medication administration. Unlike standard NG tubes, Dobhoff tubes are typically thinner, more flexible, and have a weighted tip to facilitate placement in the stomach. They are often used for longer-term enteral feeding, whereas standard NG tubes are more commonly used for short-term interventions.


What is a Salem Sump NG?

A Salem Sump NG is a type of nasogastric (NG) tube used for gastric decompression and drainage. It features a dual-lumen design, which includes one lumen for suction and another for venting, preventing the tube from adhering to the stomach wall and allowing for continuous drainage. This device is commonly used in patients with gastrointestinal obstructions or after certain surgeries. Its design helps to minimize the risk of complications associated with NG tube use.