nasal nerve block Recommendations include clinician education, use of gastric pH measurement, radiographs. HealthDay News &mash; Recommendations on best practices for nasogastric tube (NGT) placement ...

Nasogastric tube (NGT) insertion in anesthetized and intubated patients remains a technically challenging procedure, with failure potentially leading to repeated attempts, increased procedural time ...

Placement of nasogastric (NG) tubes (feeding tubes) in pediatric patients is a common practice, however, the insertion procedure carries risk of serious or even potentially lethal complications. While ...

Considering lung collapse (pneumothorax) affects 2-5% of 35 million feeding tube placements every year worldwide, the safe placement of a nasogastric feeding tube requires special medical care.

May 5, 2011 — In preterm infants — gestational age 28 to 32 weeks — use of a pacifier and 30% sucrose was effective in relieving pain related to feeding tube insertion, according to the findings of a ...

To facilitate nasogastric tube insertion, use lidocaine (Xylocaine) in ointment form around the nares and and as a spray to the back of the throat. Also, use metoclopramide (Reglan) to assist with ...

A nasogastric tube goes into your nose and down to your stomach to give you nutrients and hydration if you have difficulty swallowing. The thin, soft tube is flexible and allows food to enter the ...

Indications for nasogastric tube insertion, the procedure for inserting a nasogastric tube and how to check whether it is in the correct position. Abstract Durai, R. et al (2009) Nasogastric tubes 1: ...