Testing feeding tube placement during continuous tube feedings (original) (raw)
2002, Applied Nursing Research
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Testing feeding tube placement during continuous feedings is crucial to ensure patient safety and feeding efficacy. This study evaluates methods to confirm tube position, highlighting that bilirubin concentration and aspirate appearance can indicate placement in the stomach or small bowel. Although preliminary findings suggest their utility, further validation and testing are needed for clinical application.
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