Effect of Feeding-Tube Properties on Residual Volume Measurements in Tube-Fed Patients

Background: The effect of feeding tube size and port configuration on the ability to measure gastric residual volume (GRV) is poorly understood. In addition, there is confusion about the need to measure GRVs during feedings into the small bowel. This study sought to (1) compare the volume of gastric...

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Veröffentlicht in:	JPEN. Journal of parenteral and enteral nutrition 2005-05, Vol.29 (3), p.192-197
Hauptverfasser:	Metheny, Norma A., Stewart, Jena, Nuetzel, Gretel, Oliver, Dana, Clouse, Ray E.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Adolescent Adult Aged Aged, 80 and over Critical Illness - therapy Enteral Nutrition - instrumentation Female Food, Formulated Gastric Emptying - physiology Gastrointestinal Contents Humans Intubation, Gastrointestinal - adverse effects Intubation, Gastrointestinal - instrumentation Male Middle Aged
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