A quick reference to show nursing staff how to properly connect an Nasogastric tube to suction along with rationale

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Attach the NG tube to the suction canister. Low intermittent suction is usually ordered. Low range on the suction device is from 0 to 80 mmHg. Starting between 40-60 mmHg is recommended. The suction level should not exceed 80 mmHg. Observe for the gastric content to flow into the tubing and then the canister.

1. Tube can be placed to drainage, per provider order, by: 1) gravity; 2) low continuous; or 3) low intermittent suction. If setting suction control do not exceed: 60 mm Hg for neonates or 80 mm Hg for pediatric patients. 2. Ensure vent port remains above level of child’s stomach. Keep air vent lumen dry and free of fluid to ensure function.

2022年2月11日 · How to insert and then remove an NG tube. This includes drawing gastric residual and checking the pH. After the demonstration, additional tips about clamping the NG tube and using the blue pigtail.

Verify tube placement: Follow order for confirmation x-ray. While waiting for x-ray, connect syringe and aspirate gastric content. Check pH range (1.0 – 4.0 = good indicator of gastric placement). Once placement is confirmed by x-ray, connect NG tube to suction as; ordered – Low Wall Suction, 40-60 mmHg (green). Keep HOB elevated at least ...

Connect suction tube to source of negative pressure setting control per physician’s order. Measure Using the NG tube, measure the distance from tip of the nare to the earlobe, and

Attach the NG tube to the suction canister. Low intermittent suction is usually ordered. Low range on the suction device is from 0 to 80 mmHg. Starting between 40-60 mmHg is recommended. The suction level should not exceed 80 mmHg. Observe for the gastric content to flow into the tubing and then the canister.

After placement is verified per evidenced based guidelines, connect the distal end of the tube to suction, draining bag or adapter, according to the purpose of this nursing intervention. MUST connect the tubing correctly.

Steps on Nasogastric Tube Insertion. Wash the hands thoroughly and dry them before donning sterile gloves. Gather the following materials: suction, non-allergic tape, NG tube (rubber or plastic), towel or protective pad, water-soluble lubricant, rubber band, 60cc irrigating syringe, gloves, stethoscope, curved basin, and safety pin.