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Description
Radio-opaque, tissue compatible, polyurethane naso-gastric feeding tube in – Fr/CH:8, Fr/CH:10 and Fr/CH:12.
NPSA Compliant.
Tube Design
Size | 8Fr/CH | 8Fr/CH | 8Fr/CH | 10Fr/CH | 12Fr/CH |
Material | Polyurethane | Polyurethane | Polyurethane | Polyurethane | Polyurethane |
Length | 60cm | 80cm | 120cm | 120cm | 120cm |
Internal diameter | 2.1mm | 2.1mm | 2.1mm | 2.2mm | 2.9cm |
External diameter | 2.9mm | 2.9mm | 2.9mm | 3.4mm | 3.9cm |
Interval markings | Every 10cm | Every 10cm | Every 10cm | Every 10cm | Every 10cm |
Distal tip of the tube | Round Tip | Olive Tip (bullet) | Olive Tip (bullet) | Olive Tip | Olive Tip (bullet) |
Guidewire | Spiral guidewire with connection for the injection of radiological medium or lubricating fluid | Spiral guidewire with connection for the injection of radiological medium or lubricating fluid | Spiral guidewire with connection for the injection of radiological medium or lubricating fluid | Spiral guidewire with connection for the injection of radiological medium or lubricating fluid | Spiral guidewire with connection for the injection of radiological medium or lubricating fluid |
Integral cap with male end | Male luer lock end and integrated cap | Male luer lock end and integrated cap | Male luer lock end and integrated cap | Funnel end | Funnel end |
Outlet Ports | Two | Two | Two | Two | Two |
Pack Contents
· Naso-gastric feeding tube with hollow, flexible guidewire.
· Nasal fixation tape.
Indications
For short to medium term feeding i.e. 4-6 weeks.
Contraindications
· Oesophageal varices.
· Oesophageal tumours.
· Nasal fracture.
· Base of skull fracture.
· Nasal polyps/tumours.
Tube Care
1. Regularly flush the tube with 20ml water using a 50ml syringe:
a. after each feed container is finished
b. at beginning and end of each feeding session.
2. Flushing can be done:
a. through the T-piece of the giving set or
b. directly through the end of the tube.
Note: The T-piece may be used to administer medicines. The tube must be flushed afterwards.
3. Between feeds, plug the tube to maintain a column of water in it. This will help prevent tube blockage.
Administration of Medication
Only liquid medicines should be given via the tube and it should be flushed with water before and after each administration. Consult a pharmacist if there is doubt about medicines for administration.
Important Notes
These instructions are intended as a guide only and do not replace local hospital/community policy.
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