Enteral nutrition refers to nutrients given via the gastrointestinal tract. When the patient cannot ingest food but is still able to digest and absorb nutrients, enteral tube feeding is indicated. . . Complications: . . 💊aspiration of formula when gastric emptying is delayed or formula is administered too rapidly and produces vomiting. -be alert for increased or laboured breathing; enlarged or tender abdomen; and residuals exceeding 200 ml -position patient in side-lying position -suction airway -notify physician -obtain chest X-ray 💊skin breakdown around gastrostomy or jejunostomy site -institute skin care practices, use pressure relief measures around tube, and provide appropriate wound care #nursesofinstagram #nursingschool #nurse #studentnurse #tubefeed #ngtube #pegtube #nursingstudent #enteralfeeding #kangaroopump #nurblr #nursetobe #nurseinthemaking #cna #psw #rn #rpn #lpn #lvn #bsn #bscn #adn https://www.instagram.com/p/BvhSaVjhb-U/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1f8glfq5r9y8u
