This program will focus on nasogastric or NG tubes. We will discuss the rationale for their use, the procedure for placement in an awake, alert patient, and nursing assessments and interventions befor
This program will focus on nasogastric or NG tubes. We will discuss the rationale for their use, the procedure for placement in an awake, alert patient, and nursing assessments and interventions befor
This program will focus on percutaneous endoscopic gastronomy tubes (PEGS) and percutaneous endoscopic jejunostomy tubes (PEJs or J-tubes). The rationale for their use as well as the procedure for ins
This program will explore several types of surgical drains, focusing on the Jackson Pratt, Hemovac, Penrose, and wound vacuum. For each, the rationale for its use, nursing assessments, dressing change
Basic Care begins with a description of anatomy and physiology as related to tracheostomy. It then highlights the different types of tubes available as well as additional equipment needed for adults w
Basic Care begins with a description of anatomy and physiology as related to tracheostomy. It then highlights the different types of tubes available as well as additional equipment needed for adults w
This program explains percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy and jejunostomy tubes. It demonstrates tube placement, presents nursing interventions for administration of a tube feeding and medication by t
This program explains percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy and jejunostomy tubes. It demonstrates tube placement, presents nursing interventions for administration of a tube feeding and medication by t
This program briefly reviews the anatomy of the human digestive system. It presents a description of various tubes specific for decompression and nutrition management. Specialized functions of the Lev
This segment identifies types of nasogastric tubes and their use. It presents principles and procedures for their insertion, maintenance and removal. It also demonstrates the role of the nurse caring
