1. What are the indicators for tube feeding? 2. What are the various factors to consider when choosing a TF formula? 3. Discuss the various methods of administering TF and their advantages and disadvantages. 4. What are the various factors to monitor when patient is on tube feeding? 5. What are some of the main complications of TF? 6. Determine the kcal, grams of protein, ml of water for the following TF formulas (cc=ml, h=hours, q=every): a. Ultracal 60cc X 24h + 100 cc H2O flush q3h. Ultracal has 1.06 cal/cc, 44g protein/liter and 850ml H2O/liter. b. Promote 240 q6h + 50cc H2O flush q4h. Promote has 1.0 cal/cc, 57g protein/liter and 830ml H2O/liter c. Deliver 2.0 40cc X 24h + 25cc H2O flush qh. Deliver 2.0 has 2.0 cal/cc, 75g protein/liter and 710ml H2O/liter. d. Traumacal 90cc X 18h + 150cc H2O flush q4h. Traumacal is 1.5 cal/ml, 82g protein/liter and 780ml H20/liter. e. Ensure HN 1100cc total in one day + 200 cc H2O flush q4h. Ensure HN is 1.06 cal/ml, 43g pro/liter and 820 cc H2O/liter.. The Indicators, Factors, and Methods of Tube Feeding

Tube feeding methods, factors and indicators

Tube feeding is an enteral nutrition technique that provides nourishment for those who are unable to eat food. This involves inserting the tube into the nostril, stomach, or through the abdominal to provide nutrition to the small and large intestines. A TF tube must be properly managed and monitored as it can cause complications. We will discuss the different indicators of TF and how to choose a formula. Also, we’ll talk about the advantages and disadvantages of each method. Poor oral intake and dysphagia are primary indicators that TF is occurring. A variety of factors can lead to poor oral intake, such as changes in appetite or inability to swallow or chew properly, and a decrease in coordination swallowing. Dysphagia can refer to difficulty swallowing. It is a medical condition that may be due to stroke, neurological disorders or cancer. A need for TF can also be indicated by mental changes such as confusion, delirium or coma. There are several things to take into consideration when choosing a TF formulation. These include the patient’s nutritional needs, their individual dietary restrictions, the presence of any allergies or intolerances, and the composition of the formula itself. Some formulas target specific nutrients, while others aim to balance out the macro- and micronutrients. Cont…