Keep Feeding Tubes in Place – Tuesday Tube Facts
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The TubeClear system may reduce the need to replace feeding tubes due to clogging.
This can help maintain feeding tube system inventory if there is a shortage of supplies.
This can help maintain feeding tube system inventory if there is a shortage of supplies.
Water is the current standard practice for treating and preventing clogged feeding tubes.[2]
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The solutions were 6 different enzymes, cranberry juice, soda, and distilled water. More than 4 hours without a functioning feeding tube may impact a patient’s health.[1]
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Prevention is the recommended method for dealing with clogged feeding tubes.[2]
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It is recommended to address a clog as soon as possible, as the longer it sits the less likely a clearing attempt will be successful.[2]
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