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Lots of talk happening on different enteral feeding methods. Here is a thread to describe each and their ideal usages. #RDChat #WhatRDsDl 1/
Continuous (pump assisted): requires feeding bag (feed&flush bag or RTH allows both to be given via pump) & pump. Typically used for ICU, j-tubes or G who🙅🏻♀️ tolerate bolus. Rate ordered is infused over the full hour (eg 60mL/hr infused 60mL over 1 hour) 2/ #WhatRDsDo #RDChat
Keep in mind that any volume of formula via pump is given over the entire hour, whereas a flush via pump is usually given in one quick bolus. This can sometimes lead to cramping, dumping esp in j tube patients. Smaller, more frequent flushes are helpful. 3/#WhatRDsDo #RDChat
