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1Registered nurse and freelance writer, based at the Department for Work and Pensions as a disability analyst.
Abstract:
Enteral feeding is increasingly being used in the community. Therefore, it is crucial that community nurses and other community healthcare workers are well-informed about the different equipments used, as well as the techniques involved in preparing and giving the feed. In this article, Sarah Jane Palmer provides an overview of an enteral feeding method known as percutaneous endoscopic gastronomy, the different types of feed, the importance of communication between patients and the multidisciplinary team, preparing and giving the feed, and signs of complications to look out for.
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