Mar 17, 2020 | Tuesday Tube Facts
Did you know…?
Malnutrition is highest among older adults (65+). Hospital stays with malnutrition are 2x longer than those without.[1]
Patients treated for Covid-19 may require a feeding tube to help supplement their nutrition to fight the infection.[2] Keeping these tubes clear by proactively using the TubeClear system may help maintain feeding tube flow so these patients keep getting the nutrition they need for recovery.[3]
Oct 15, 2019 | Tuesday Tube Facts
Clogging is especially common when thick formulas and medications are delivered through feeding tubes with smaller French sizes.[1]
If multiple medications must be delivered, it is recommended that each medication be delivered separately.[2]
1. Blumenstein I, Shastri YM, Stein J. Gastroenteric tube feeding: techniques, problems and solutions. World J Gastroenterol. 2014. 20(26):8505-24.
2. Kenny, D., & Goodman, P. Care of the patient with enteral tube feeding: An evidence-based practice protocol. Nursing Research. January/February 2010. 59(1S), S22-S31.
Sep 24, 2019 | Tuesday Tube Facts
Improper drug administration can lead to a feeding tube clog, increased toxicity, or reduced efficacy of the drug.*
Medications cause occlusion in approximately 15% of patients with enteral feeding tubes.*
* Beckwith, M. C., Feddema, S. S., Barton, R. G., & Graves, C. (2004). A Guide to Drug Therapy in Patients with Enteral Feeding Tubes: Dosage Form Selection and Administration Methods. Hospital Pharmacy, 39(3), 225–237. https://doi.org/10.1177/001857870403900308
Sep 17, 2019 | Tuesday Tube Facts
Medication formulations, such as liquid or compressed tablets, are often not appropriate for administration via enteral tubes.*
Certain suspensions, syrups, and acidic elixirs may thicken or clump and clog the feeding tube.*
* Williams, N.T. Medication Administration Through Enteral Feeding Tubes. Am J Health-Syst Pharm, 2008; 65: 2347-2357.
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