Enteral Tube Feeding Procedure - Using a Pump & Open System: Clinical Nursing Skills |

[@joaquinrenteria5424]

Is it necessary to fill the chamber rather then leaving it empty? Also I’ve seen some continuous peg tube feedings have a glass filter, how do you fill the chamber since you can’t squeeze it to fill it up? Thanks

[@LevelUpRN]

If the chamber is glass, you should still be able to prime the line without squeezing it. So, you don't always have to fill the chamber, but be sure to prime that line so you don't run air into their GI tract. It would be uncomfortable (and probably give them gas!). - Ellis

[@Bill.R.124]

Great video. I think the residual will vary based on what the feed rate is. 500mL is a lot for a 1 yo, but reasonable for a 15 yo. We used to say, twice the volume/hour (if continuous) would require stopping the feeds. Also an assessment of the pt is indicated (abdominal pain? distention? burping/vomiting?).

[@annkumiko5533]

Great video, thank you!! :)

[@LevelUpRN]

Glad you liked it!

[@easymoneysniper27]

thank you!

[@LevelUpRN]

You're welcome!

[@yzer01]

Thank you

[@LevelUpRN]

You're welcome!

[@tizitamulat6890]

I wished you showed how to prime witht he machine as well.

[@jochristensen7781]

Very helpful

[@LevelUpRN]

Glad to hear that!

[@brxick1522]

Thank you so much

[@LevelUpRN]

You're most welcome!

[@rebeccasimpson9795]

Where did you purchase this tube feeding module?

[@1saamor897]

what year do you usually learn enteral feeding? I've only done nursing fundamentals. is it med surg?

[@LevelUpRN]

It depends on the program… many programs cover enteral feeding in Fundamentals. Others may cover it in MedSurg. We cover it in our Fundamentals flashcard deck.

[@taylorfullard8274]

I’m in fundamentals and we’re doing our PEG tube and NG tube check offs tomorrow.

[@theaccountwashackedbycriminals]

I remember creating a negative pressure and just putting the tube into the tumbler that is with the feed and avoid extra food or aspirations possibility too. Are there any changes or adversities that's found that its not in the procedures of practices explained here

[@pamengchoun4766]

No mention about flushing tube

[@lizk1244]

Very good

[@LevelUpRN]

Glad you like it!

[@deeexx1056]

TY🥰

[@imgucciano]

Hi, nursing student here🖐. Just curious as to why there wasn't water hung with the feed?

[@LevelUpRN]

Hello! I'm not familiar with that being done. Tube feeds should be prepared per instructions on the product and not diluted. If using a pump system there is only capacity for one tube/container. Flushing with water should occur before and after a feed (or every ~4 hours if continuous). - Ellis

[@rolandpatricio3693]

Hey there, some sets can have both the feeding bag and a water bag which come together like y-tubing. The set here in the video only has one bag. Feeding pumps can detect the second bag and can be set up for continuous feeds and water flushes. For it to be used, prime the water then the feeds.

[@imgucciano]

@@LevelUpRN Thank you for responding! In our clinicals whenever we hang a continuous feed, we also hang a bag of sterile water. This way it flushes intermittently during feedings.

[@LevelUpRN]

Thanks for the info! It absolutely depends on the facility and the equipment you're working with. Three of our nurse team had not seen y-tubing for tube feeding, but Cathy did say that her hospital uses it! I've not personally seen that, but always appreciate being exposed to new things! - Ellis

[@joaquinrenteria5424]

@@LevelUpRN I think they are talking about the kangaroo tube feeding pump. You can hang a bag or NS and add to the pump how often and how much to flush the line.

[@wilbertbbarot3395]

hi, just a question, aren't you supposed to wear gloves in an actual patient with that process/procedure?

[@LevelUpRN]

Great question! Yes, with a patient I would wear gloves. This is to keep everything clean, and to prevent any potential exposure to gastric secretions. - Ellis

[@kreseananmarie1008]

It's obvious she's not wearing gloves because this is a demonstration 🤦🏾‍♀ I'm sure if it was a patient she would be wearing gloves

[@hippocampus1806]

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[@gobabe2396]

Did i miss something? You don’t check fit position? Which ever way you prefer. The marking so you know the insertion level. And or auscultation. For position patent of tube all this ? The tube is tunneled when Inserted in the I’m Ready. The surgeon creates a path. It’s not just stabbed through the abdominal wall at 90°. It could slide back and be between the stomach mucosal lining and the actual vault? Just saying

[@Ramandeep-gj7co]

If GTube bag is used rather than the pump then how many drops should consider if there is 500ml to be given? After care ? Please explain😊

[@nathalieandre8412]

After the medicine I sipose to flushed send me the réponse please

[@Ramandeep-gj7co]

Yes. 50 to 100 ml water or sterile Water as ordered