Home tube feeding guide - 11/2009

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Home tube feeding guide

Abstract

This booklet provides instructions for tube feeding and offers tips for preventing or managing common side effects, including diarrhea, constipation, stomach upset, and dehydration. Includes simple illustrations showing a gastrostomy tube and pump and gravity drip methods of feeding.

Author

Nutrition Clinic

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2003

Revision Date

11/2009

Print Abstract

General Subject

Medical Equipment & Supplies

Nutrition

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Specific Subject/Keyword

Constipation

Diarrhea

Eating

Equipment and Supplies

Nausea

Stomach

Languages

English

Record ID

2591