Support during the holidays – Tuesday Tube Facts

Try these tips during the holidays when you’re supporting someone with a feeding tube:

1. Plan ahead

2. Make a holiday gathering easy on yourself and your loved one

3. Talk about your child’s special needs

4. Expect the unexpected [1]

References:

Navigating the holiday season – Tuesday Tube Facts

Here are four tips to help you and your family enjoy a smoother, and more festive holiday season with a feeding tube: 1. Set your goals 2. Notify friends and family in advance 3. Dial-up your other senses 4. Stock up on supplies now.[1]

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ICU Patients are at High Risk for Complications

Trauma and surgical intensive care unit (TSICU) patients supported with mechanical ventilation are at high risk for complications associated with malnutrition.[1]

Despite these interventions, TSICU patients often suffer a calorie deficit associated with enteral nutrition interruption for procedures or transitions in care.[1]

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Tube Occlusions May Lead to Enteral Concretion – Tuesday Tube Facts

Unresolved tube occlusions have resulted in concretion of enteral feeds, tearing of the tube, and direct administration of feeds to the esophagus, as well as possible formation of esophageal bezoars.[1]

References:

Support during the holidays – Tuesday Tube Facts

Try these tips during the holidays when you’re supporting someone with a feeding tube:

1. Plan ahead

2. Make a holiday gathering easy on yourself and your loved one

3. Talk about your child’s special needs

4. Expect the unexpected [1]

Navigating the holiday season – Tuesday Tube Facts

Here are four tips to help you and your family enjoy a smoother, and more festive holiday season with a feeding tube: 1. Set your goals 2. Notify friends and family in advance 3. Dial-up your other senses 4. Stock up on supplies now.[1]

ICU Patients are at High Risk for Complications

Trauma and surgical intensive care unit (TSICU) patients supported with mechanical ventilation are at high risk for complications associated with malnutrition.[1]

Tube Occlusions May Lead to Enteral Concretion – Tuesday Tube Facts

Unresolved tube occlusions have resulted in concretion of enteral feeds, tearing of the tube, and direct administration of feeds to the esophagus, as well as possible formation of esophageal bezoars.[1]