Tube Feeding

• Tube Feeding


  Procedure for feeding a patient through a tube
• The student should be able to perform tube feeding efficiently and effectively
• Assessment Dimension


  Criteria for evaluating the student's performance of tube feeding
• Tube Feeding Procedure


  1. Verify the order

  2. Hand washing

  3. Prepare the equipment

  4. Greet and identify the patient

  5. Explain the procedure

  6. Provide privacy

  7. Assist client to a high-fowler's position

  8. Place towel across the chest

  9. Test the placement tube

  10. Assess the residual formula, re-instill gastric contents

  11. Administer small amount of water, medications, and formula

  12. Fill and refill the asepto syringe

  13. Follow with remainder of the water to rinse formula out of the tubing

  14. Clamp and cover the feeding tube

  15. Maintain on semi fowler's position for at least 30 minutes

  16. Wash the equipment's thoroughly

  17. Remove gloves, Wash hands and documentation