Feeding tubes can be placed surgically, endoscopically or by interventional radiology. Nasogastric Tube (NG): An NG tube passes through the nose, down the throat and esophagus and ends in the stomach.

Enteric-coated formulation: A medication coated to prevent it from dissolving in the stomach, which can lead to complications if administered through feeding tubes. This Nature Research ...

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Determine the enteral feeding tube size (e.g., small bore or large bore), insertion site (e.g., nasal or percutaneous), tip location (e.g., stomach or ... Feeding tubes should be flushed with ...