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Insertion of Feeding Tube in a baby
S/N Procedure 1 2 3 4 5
1. Identify the baby.
2. Identifies the NG tube of correct size based on the
gestational age (6 or 8 Fr) and leaves the pack partially
open
3. Wash hand and wears gloves.
4. Measures the length by using no-touch method from tragus
to external nares till midpoint between umbilicus and
Xiphisternum. Marks the tube at this point.
5. Remove the cover and inserts gently through one nostril till
the measured distance is reached.
6. Confirms the position of the tube-By aspirating gastric
contents. If no aspirate is obtained then Pushes 3 ml of air
and auscultate for gurgling sound over stomach with the
stethoscope.
7. If there is any doubt about the location of the tube,
withdraw it and insert the NG tube again.
8. Fixes the tube firmly over nose or upper lip with plaster.
9. Attach drainage bag, if there is abdominal distension.
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OBTAINED SCORE
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