Exam 5 Enteral Meds Flashcards
1
Q
Nasogastric (NG) tube
A
Stomach
2
Q
Dobhoff (NG) tube
A
Stomach
Hard to use because it is small and can get clogged easily
3
Q
Nasoduodenal tube
A
Small intestine
4
Q
Nasojejunal tube
A
Small intestine
5
Q
Surgical - Gastostomy (Peg) tube
A
Stomach
6
Q
Jejunostomy (J) tube
A
Small intestine
7
Q
Peg tube long term
A
Dysphagia
Cancer/radiation affecting GI tract
Neurological deficits
Bowel diseases/ dysfunction
Cranio-facial abnormalities, trauma
Malnutrition concerns
If patient cannot swallow