Administration of Feedings

Question 1

Gravity

Answer 1

-Ensure HOB 30 degrees
-Connect device and administer via gravity flow - slowly**
-Flush with 30mL sterile water
-Keep HOB elevated at least 1hr

Question 2

Pump

Answer 2

-Ensure HOB elevated at least 30 degrees at all times
-Connect Primed(formula) Pump Tubing
-Ensure pump rate as ordered
-Open clamp and start infusion
-Monitor Gastric Residual Q4 IF THERE ARE SIGNS OF INTOLERANCE (N&V, firm stomach)
-Flush per protocol (common 30mL)