Nasogastric Tube (NGT) Feeding in Malaysia
A nasogastric tube (NGT) is commonly used for feeding people who have a compromised swallowing ability. Need help with NGT feeding? Book a Homage nurse to perform the procedure today!
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Nasogastric tube (NGT) feeding is a procedure where a fine hollow tube is inserted through the nostril into the stomach. A port on the end outside of the body is then used to fit onto syringes or tubes which can be used for feeding, administering medications and draining stomach contents.
The initial insertion must be done at the hospitals. Should you need help with the re-insertion of tubes subsequently, our nurses at Homage will be able to assist with that.
There are different sizes of NG tubes (12 or 14). As a caregiver, it is important to have this information on hand so that our nurses can purchase the right tubes for your loved one. You can find this information in the discharge summary. Otherwise, you can call your hospital to get the correct sizing of the NG tube.
Nasogastric Tube (NGT) Feeding Procedure
Items Needed
- Milk feed: brand of milk and number of cans or packets
- Water for flushing
- PH indicator
- Syringe
- Latex gloves
Requirements
- Ensure that you have the items above at home
- 1-way taxi fare will be required for the nurse to purchase the consumables if needed
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Top questions about Tube Feeding
What is a nasogastric tube (NGT) used for?
An NGT is used to administer nutrition, hydration, and medication – it is a way to get substances into the stomach when it isn’t possible or advisable for someone to swallow them by mouth. It can also be used to supplement oral intake when people are having trouble meeting their nutritional needs.
An NGT can also be used to drain or empty the stomach, which may be needed when someone has swallowed something toxic or because they have some disorder that requires stomach emptying, such as a bowel obstruction.
How long can a nasogastric tube (NGT) be left in?
It depends.
Some nasogastric tubes can stay in place for up to 6 weeks before being changed, as long as they are carefully looked after and the user does not experience any complications.
Tubes that are made of materials unaffected by gastric acid can remain in the stomach for a longer period of time compared to PVC tubes, which can only be used for up to 2 weeks.
Who are the Homage Care Professionals?
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What is the minimum duration for a care visit?
The duration of a Homage Care Visit starts from just one hour, depending on the families preferences and the loved one’s needs.
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