Using pH testing to confirm nasogastric tube position

Article Abstract:

The MHRA published a directive for all hospitals in the UK to use pH paper in place of litmus paper when testing position of nasogastric tubes in 2004 and one trust's implementation of this process of change to achieve compliance. Staff began highlighting difficulties they were having in using the new pH paper but to make the change process effective a core group of staff was recommended to appoint.

Methods, Hydrogen-ion concentration, pH measurement, Suction (Medical care), Nasogastric suction

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Guidelines for testing the placing of nasogastric tubes

Article Abstract:

The National Patient Safety Agency has produced guidance on the safe testing of nasogastric tubes that began following the circulation of a 2004 reported by the coroner for Yorkshire. The recommendations and their rationale and background are discussed.

United States, Legal issues & crime, Government regulation (cont), Government regulation, Legal/Government Regulation, Laws, regulations and rules, Brief Article, Medical tubing

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Using an alternative fixing device for nasogastric tubes

Article Abstract:

The use a new alternative fixing device for nasogastric tubes is described, as fixing tubes in place could be a problem. Nasogastric tubes are increasingly used in both the hospital and community setting, especially with patients who have had a stroke.

Facilities & equipment, Care and treatment, Equipment and supplies, Stroke (Disease), Stroke, Enteral feeding, Enteral nutrition, Tube feeding

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