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Life Education
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Problem 3: Feeding & Nutrition
Feeding:
Several route of feeding:
● Orally
● Naso-gastric tube
● PEG tube
● IV infusion
IV infusion
PEG tube
What is a Nasogastric Tube (NGT)?
● A nasogastric tube (NGT) is a
long, soft, bendable tube that
goes through the nose and down
into the stomach.
● It delivers nutritionally complete
feed directly into the stomach.
