The fourth challenge in gastrostomy tube care is to prevent occlusion of the device. Maintain integrity of the tube or button by flushing the tube with water before or after feeding to prevent ...

Your nurse will show you how to care for your tracheostomy ... There are different types of feeding tubes. A gastrostomy tube is also called a percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (or PEG tube). The ...

People with a gastrostomy tube can be taught to feed themselves and care for their surgical opening at home. This therapy is referred to as semipermanent because the tube can be removed if the ...

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Research suggests that parents who have children who require gastrostomy feedings have a number of specific concerns during the first year, including adequate growth, lack of interest or enjoyment ...