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Enteral feeding tubes

by Cathy Parkes March 24, 2021 Updated: May 03, 2022

For enteral feeding tubes (Nasogastric tubes, G-tubes): Flush tubing with 15-30ml of water before, after, and in between medications

 

For enteral feeding tubes (Nasogastric tubes, G-tubes), flush tubing with 15-30ml of water before, after, and in between medications.

To learn more, see our full article on nasogastric tubes!

Cathy Parkes
Cathy Parkes


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