MIC* PEG Tube and Unclamp the Tube

MIC* PEG Tube and Unclamp the Tube

Nutrition Administration Assess the stoma Assess the patient for any signs of infection, such 1. Open the cap to an access port of the MIC* PEG Tube and unclamp the tube. site as redness, irritation, edema, swelling, tenderness, 2. Use an ENFit™ syringe to flush the tube with the prescribed amount of water as warmth, rashes, purulent, or gastrointestinal drainage. described in the General Flushing Guidelines. Assess the patient for any signs of pressure necrosis, 3. Remove the flushing syringe from the access port. skin breakdown, or hypergranulation tissue. 4. Securely connect an ENFit™ feed set or an ENFit™ syringe to the access port. Caution: Do not over-tighten the feed set connector or the syringe to the Clean the stoma Use warm water and mild soap. access port. site Use a circular motion moving from the tube outwards. 5. Complete feeding per the clinician’s instructions. Clean sutures, external bolsters and any stabilizing 6. Remove the feed set or syringe from the access port. devices using a cotton-tipped applicator. 7. Use an ENFit™ syringe to flush the tube with the prescribed amount of water as Rinse thoroughly and dry well. described in the General Flushing Guidelines. Assess the tube Assess the tube for any abnormalities such as damage, 8. Remove the flushing syringe from the access port. clogging, or abnormal discoloration. 9. Close the cap to the access port. Medication Administration Clean the feeding Use warm water and mild soap being careful not to * tube pull or manipulate the tube excessively. MIC Use liquid medication when possible and consult the pharmacist to determine if Rinse thoroughly and dry well. it is safe to crush solid medication and mix with water. If safe, pulverize the solid PULL medication into a fine powder form and dissolve the powder in warm water before Clean the gastric Use a cotton tip applicator or soft cloth to remove all PERCUTANEOUS ENDOSCOPIC administering through the feeding tube. Never crush enteric coated medication or ports residual formula and medication. Technique mix medication with formula. GASTROSTOMY (PEG) KIT 1. Open the cap to an access port of the MIC* PEG Tube and unclamp the tube. Rotate the tube Rotate the tube 360 degrees plus a quarter turn daily. with ENFit™ Connectors 2. Use an ENFit™ syringe to flush the tube with the prescribed amount of water as Verify placement of Verify that the external bolster rests 1–2 mm above described in the General Flushing Guidelines. the external bolster the skin. 3. Remove the flushing syringe from the access port. 4. Securely connect an ENFit™ syringe containing the medication to the access port. Flush the feeding Flush the feeding tube as described in the General Instructions for Use Caution: Do not over-tighten the syringe to the access port. tube Flushing Guidelines section above. 5. Deliver the medication by depressing the ENFit™ syringe plunger. Tube Occlusion 6. Remove the syringe from the access port. Tube occlusion is generally caused by: 7. Use an ENFit™ syringe to flush the tube with the prescribed amount of water as • Poor flushing techniques described in the General Flushing Guidelines. • Failure to flush after measurement of gastric residuals 8. Remove the flushing syringe from the access port. • Inappropriate administration of medication 9. Close the cap to the access port. • Pill fragments Gastric Decompression • Thick formulas, such as concentrated, blenderized, or enriched formulas that are Gastric decompression may be performed via either gravity drainage or low generally thicker and may contain particulates intermittent suction. • Formula contamination that leads to coagulation 1. Open the cap to the access port of the MIC* PEG Tube and unclamp the tube. • Reflux of gastric or intestinal contents up the tube 2. For gravity drainage, place the opened access port of the MIC* PEG Tube directly To Unclog a Tube over the opening of an appropriate container. 1. Make sure that the feeding tube is not kinked or clamped off. Note: Ensure the open access port is positioned below the stoma. 2. If the clog is visible above the skin surface, gently massage or milk the tube 3. For low intermittent suction, connect an ENFit™ syringe to the access port. between fingers to break up the clog. 4. Apply low intermittent suction by slowly retracting the plunger of the syringe in 3. Connect an ENFit™ syringe filled with warm water into the appropriate access short intervals. port of the tube and gently pull back on then depress the plunger to dislodge the Caution: Do not use continuous or high pressure suction. High pressure clog. could collapse the tube or injure the stomach tissue and cause bleeding. 4. If the clog remains, repeat step #3. Gentle suction alternating with syringe 5. Disconnect the decompression syringe from the access port. pressure will relieve most obstructions. 6. Use an ENFit™ syringe to flush the tube with the prescribed amount of water as 5. If this fails, consult with the physician. Do not use cranberry juice, cola drinks, described In the General Flushing Guidelines. meat tenderizer or chymotrypsin, as they can actually cause clogs or create 7. Remove the flushing syringe from the access port. adverse reactions in some patients. If the clog is stubborn and cannot be 8. Close the cap to the access port. removed, the tube will have to be replaced. Daily Care & Maintenance Check List Warning: For enteral nutrition and/or medication only. Assess the patient Assess the patient for any signs of pain, pressure or For more information, please call 1-844-425-9273 in the United States, or visit our discomfort. website at halyardhealth.com. Educational Booklets: “A Guide to Proper Care” and “A Stoma Site and Enteral Feeding Tube Troubleshooting Guide” is available upon request. Please contact your local representative or contact Customer Care. Single Use Do not use Consult Sterilized using Do not Rx Only Only if package resterilize Caution instructions Ethylene oxide is damaged for use Distributed in the USA by Halyard Sales, LLC, Alpharetta, GA 30004 • In USA, please call 1-844-425-9273 • halyardhealth.com Halyard Health, Inc., 5405 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30004 USA; Halyard Belgium BVBA, Leonardo Da Vincilaan 1, 1930 Zaventem, Belgium Sponsored in Australia by Halyard Australia Pty Limited; 52 Alfred Street, Milsons Point, NSW 2061 製造販売元 ハリヤード・ヘルスケア・インク 横浜市西区みなとみらい二丁目2番1号 *Registered Trademark or Trademark of Halyard Health, Inc., or its affiliates. © 2015 HYH. All rights reserved. 2016-03-21 15-H1-650-0-00 / 70202877 ™ ENFit is a registered trademark of GEDSA used with their permission. * HALYARD* MIC Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) Kit 13. Slowly and smoothly feed the looped placement wire into the introducer gently, pull the MIC* PEG Tube until the internal bumper emerges through cannula as the endoscope is retracted. Keep the introducer cannula in the stoma. with ENFit™ Connectors place in the stomach with the distal end of the placement loop outside the 7. Replace the MIC* PEG Tube with the appropriately sized gastrostomy tube. PULL Technique abdomen. Fig. 3 8. If the tube cannot be removed with a reasonable amount of traction, it 14. Connect the looped placement wire with the tube loop. Fig. 4 should be removed by endoscopic retrieval. Rx Only: Federal Law (USA) restricts this device to sale by or Fig. 1 15. Lubricate the MIC* PEG Tube with a water-soluble lubricant. Apply traction Endoscopic Removal of the MIC* PEG Tube on the order of a physician. to pull the placement loop and the tube back through the oropharynx, 1. When the physician determines that the tract is formed (usually within 4-6 Description esophagus, and into the stomach. Fig. 5 16. Re-enter the esophagus with the endoscope and visually follow the weeks after placement of PEG), the MIC* PEG Tube may be replaced with an The HALYARD* family of MIC* gastrostomy feeding tubes allows for delivery of enteral nutrition and gastrostomy tube as it enters the stomach. Slide the introducer cannula out alternative feeding device. We recommend using one of the following: medication directly into the stomach and/or gastric decompression. of the incision site and gently pull the PEG dilator tip through the abdominal • MIC-KEY* Low-Profile Gastrostomy Tube Indications for Use wall. • MIC* Gastrostomy Tube 2. To remove the tube, prep the patient for MIC* PEG Tube endoscopic removal Gastrostomy tube feeding may be indicated for patients needing long-term enteral support or 17. Use a rotating motion to slowly work the tube up and out until the internal using standard procedure. hydration secondary to a primary condition relating to the head and/or neck. These conditions bumper gently rests against the gastric mucosa. 3. Cut the MIC* PEG Tube at skin level. include stroke; cancer; head and neck tumors, Injuries, or trauma; and neurological disorders Note: Graduated markings on the body of the tube will assist in determining 4. Retrieve the MIC* PEG Tube using endoscopic tools according to facility resulting in a chewing or swallowing abnormality. This device (sold in a kit) is intended as an initial the progress of the tube as it exits the abdomen. protocol. Fig. 2 placement device. The device is placed by one of two techniques, the PULL technique and the over- Caution: Do not use excessive force to pull the tube into place. This could 5. Replace the MIC* PEG Tube with the appropriately sized gastrostomy tube. the-guidewire technique (PUSH technique). This guidance covers the PULL technique. harm the patient and damage the tube. Contraindications 18. Cleanse the tube and stoma site and apply a sterile gauze dressing. Cut the Feedhead Adapter with ENFit™ Connectors Replacement tube loop wire with scissors and discard the tube loop and placement wire.

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