Living with a PEG (percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy) tube – a feeding tube that is inserted into the stomach to deliver milk and medication – has its challenges. But it is a lifeline for patients with swallowing or eating difficulties who cannot meet their nutritional needs orally. In this part one of two videos, senior staff nurse Shanna Quismorio shares general information about the PEG tube, and an easy-to-follow guide on how to do milk feeding with it. #pegtubefeeding #tubefeedingawarenes

PEG Tube explained! 🏥PEG Tube: Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) Tube 🥼Insertion: Through the abdominal wall into the stomach 🍽️Purpose: Delivers nutrition, fluids, & medications DIRECTLY into the stomach 🤕Uses: For patients unable to eat or drink orally (ex.: brain injury, stroke, dysphagia) #NursingSchool #StudentNurse #NurseLife #FutureNurse #NursingSkills #NurseEducation #ClinicalSkills | Nurse In The Making