Surgical Feeding Tube Retainer
Item Name Code (INC) 38937
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An item designed to hold TUBE, FEEDING, SURGICAL securely in place, prevents tube slippage, and eliminates the need for tape.
Additional Information for Surgical Feeding Tube Retainer
Surgical feeding tube retainers are medical devices used to secure feeding tubes in place. They are typically made of soft, flexible materials such as silicone or foam, and are designed to be comfortable for the patient while providing a secure hold on the feeding tube.
These retainers are used in medical settings, such as hospitals or long-term care facilities, where patients require enteral feeding. Enteral feeding is a method of delivering nutrition directly into the gastrointestinal tract through a feeding tube. The feeding tube is inserted through the nose or mouth and passed into the stomach or small intestine.
The surgical feeding tube retainer is placed on the patient's face or head, and the feeding tube is threaded through it. The retainer helps to keep the feeding tube in place and prevents it from being accidentally dislodged or pulled out. This is especially important for patients who may be unconscious, have limited mobility, or are prone to pulling on the tube.
Surgical feeding tube retainers come in various sizes to accommodate different types and sizes of feeding tubes. They are typically adjustable to ensure a proper fit and can be easily removed and repositioned as needed.
Overall, surgical feeding tube retainers play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and effective delivery of enteral nutrition to patients who are unable to consume food orally.
Related Item Names for INC 38937 Surgical Feeding Tube Retainer
NATO Stock Numbers with Item Name 38937 Surgical Feeding Tube Retainer Page 1 of 1
- 9786
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 4
- 0584-320
- RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 4