How I do #pegtubefeeding 💙 #cerebralpalsyawareness | Jana&Alonzo

It's #FeedingTubeAwarenessWeek! There are many reasons why a child might need a feeding tube. Our expert shares some of the most common types of feeding tubes and how they are used. | Nationwide Children's Hospital

NG Tube Facts 🔍 What is an NG tube? Flexible tube inserted through the nose, down the esophagus, and into the stomach. Used for feeding, medication administration, or to remove stomach contents. 📏 Measuring is key You don’t want to guess how far down the tubing goes! Measure from the tip of the nose ➡️ ear lobe ➡️ xiphoid process! 💡 Lubrication matters Always lubricate the first few inches of the NG tube, your patient will thank you! up with their head flexed forward during insertion. This re