What does NG tube suction?
Nasogastric aspiration (suction) is the process of draining the stomach’s contents via the tube. Nasogastric aspiration is mainly used to remove gastrointestinal secretions and swallowed air in patients with gastrointestinal obstructions.
How is nasogastric suction done?
Nasogastric suction involves removing solids, liquids, or gasses from the stomach or small intestine by inserting a tube through the nose and suctioning the gastrointestinal material through the tube.
Why would a patient need a nasogastric tube?
Nasogastric tubes are typically used for decompression of the stomach in the setting of intestinal obstruction or ileus, but can also be used to administer nutrition or medication to patients who are unable to tolerate oral intake.
When do we use nasogastric tube?
A nasogastric (NG) tube is a long, flexible plastic tube inserted into a person’s nose and threaded into the stomach. An NG tube may be used for treatments such as sucking excess fluids out of the stomach and delivering medicines. It also can deliver fluid that contains nutrients directly into the stomach.
How does a nasogastric feeding tube work?
A nasogastric tube goes into your nose and down to your stomach to give you nutrients and hydration if you have difficulty swallowing. The thin, soft tube is flexible and allows food to enter the stomach for normal digestion. It may look uncomfortable, but it doesn’t have to be.
How long can a NG tube stay in?
The use of a nasogastric tube is suitable for enteral feeding for up to six weeks. Polyurethane or silicone feeding tubes are unaffected by gastric acid and can therefore remain in the stomach for a longer period than PVC tubes, which can only be used for up to two weeks.
How uncomfortable is a nasogastric tube?
Nearly all the respondents felt that NG tube insertion was uncomfortable or painful for awake and alert patients (98%). Although 93 percent reported use of some measure to reduce this discomfort, only 28 percent felt what they do is adequate and only 39 percent expressed satisfaction with their current practice.
How long can a NG tube be left in?
When should you not insert a nasogastric tube?
When the tip of the tube reaches the carnia stop and listen for air exchange from the distal end of the tube. If air is heard remove the tube. Advance tube each time client swallows until desired length has been reached. Do not force tube. If resistance is met or client starts to cough, choke or become cyanotic stop advancing the tube
What is the major risk of a nasogastric tube?
Reflux of stomach contents into the oesophagus and risk of aspiration The intraluminal presence of an NG tube may interfere with the lower oesophageal sphincter and cause reflux of stomach contents, leading to aspiration pneumonitis. The risk is increased when patients are fed when lying down flat.
How do you insert a nasogastric tube?
Identify the indications for nasogastric tube placement.
What is the purpose of a nasogastric tube?
– Tube: the tip of the tube is lubricated with sterile paraffin or jelly (distal 10-15 cm of the tip is lubricated with water soluble lubricant) – Nose: wider nostril is selected. – Patients: sitting position or, when the patient lying, the head should be flexed by one hand – Sterilization