Feeding tubes

Question 1

T/F: Nasoesophageal tube will increase the risk for regurgitation, gastroesophageal reflux and esophagitis when compared with a nasogastric tube placement.

Answer 1

False A study 2013 did not identify a difference in complication rates between nasoesophageal and nasogastric tube placement.

Question 2

NE tube should be positioned in the mid to distal esophagus, the distance to the midthoracic esophagus is determined by measuring from the nose to the ____ or ____ rib.

Answer 2

nose to the seventh or eighth rib.

Question 3

True/false: Abnormal gag reflex, esophageal dysfunction, or coma are contraindications for a nasoesophageal feeding tube

Answer 3

true

Question 4

What tube materials are best?

Answer 4

polyurethane or silicone elastomer

Question 5

How many days should an enterostomy tube be left in place to allow adhesion formation?

Answer 5

7 days

Question 6

How much water do normal dog/cats need per day

Answer 6

50-100 mL/kg BW

Question 7

True/ false: Refeeding syndrome results in increased potassium, phosphorus and magnesium concentrations

Answer 7

FALSE: decreased electrolytes

To tx: Correct electrolytes and decrease food by 50%