University:
Liberty University
Course:
BIOM 500 | Introduction to Biomedical Sciences
Academic year:

2024
Views:

109

Pages:

5
Author:

Sheha A.

**Nasogastric Tube Insertion** Nasogastric tube insertion is a method for inserting a tube into the stomach via the nose. **Indications:** * Decompression of the stomach * Gastric lavage * Administration of medications and enteral feedings * Access for obtaining gastric contents for analysis * Prevention of aspiration **This method is also used to insert a Levin tube.** This will also help us to insert the tube easily. It will also allow us to check the placement of the tube. The position of the tube can be checked by x-ray. X-ray is the most accurate method of confirming the placement of the NG tube. The NG tube can also be used for decompression of the stomach, gastric lavage, administration of medications and enteral feedings. Gastric contents for analysis can also be aspirated through the NG tube. The NG tube can also be used for prevention of aspiration. It can be used for patients who are at risk of aspiration, such as those who are unconscious or have difficulty swallowing. **Propose:** * To feed patient in fluid when oral intake is not possible. * To provide medications * To control gastric bleeding * To instill ice cold solution to control gastric bleeding. * To prevent gastric decompression. * To collect gastric juices for diagnostic purposes. **Equipment:** * Syringe * Size * Soft rubber catheter * Bowl with water * Cotton balls * Scissors * Pain killers as per doctor's advice. **Check patient's ability to follow instructions.** **General condition of the patient.** * Articles available in the room * Position of the patient * Prepare the bed and the sequence of articles * Arrange the articles at the head side * Provide comfortable position * Place mackintosh and towel under the chest and genitals * Remove the dentures if present * Give mouth wash and help him to close the teeth * Clean the nostrils if there are secretions * Clean secretions and crust stick clipped to saline