#Qfeed for tube feeding how to#

#Qfeed for tube feeding how to#

Follow instructions from your care team on how to do this.There are several devices you can use to vent the G-tube.Your care team will tell you if this is needed. Your child's tube may need to be used to remove extra air or fluid from your child's stomach.Throw away the extension set if you are unable to clean the residue, the plastic becomes damaged or kinks during feeds.Clean extension sets daily with warm water rinse well allow to air dry on clean surface.Remove it from the G-tube when not in use, feeding or giving medications. Check with your insurance provider to see how many sets you will receive each month. Extension sets are disposable and you should change them regularly.Always give one medication at a time and give water in between each medication.Open and dissolve powder with enough water to make a liquid.

For capsules, check with your doctor or pharmacist before opening the capsule.

Crush the medicines into a powder and mix with enough water to make a liquid.

For pills, check with your doctor or pharmacist before crushing any medications.

Give liquid medications directly into the medication port.

Before and after any medications (all medication should not be visible in the tube or extension after flushing).

Your care team will tell you how much water to use for flushing. Giving Medications and Flushing the G-Tube Your doctor or nurse will tell you the amount of water to use to flush the G-tube.

Do not use lotions or ointments around tube site unless directed by your child's care team.

A dressing may be used around the G-tube site as instructed by your care team.

Clean around G-tube to remove any drainage and / or crusting.

Wash skin around the tube with soap and warm water.

Call your child’s care team with any concerns. A small amount of clear tan drainage can be normal.

Check for redness, swelling, any drainage or excess skin growing around the tube. Look at the area where the tube enters the skin. Remove old dressing (if dressing is being used).Wash your hands with soap and water before and after care.