Nasogastric Tubes

Nasogastric Warning:  

• Use with caution in patients with history of head trauma, facial trauma, esophageal diseases and patients with potential for vomiting. 
• Do not force Nasogastric Tube during insertions, damage to the nasal passage and mucosa and bleeding may occur. 
• Measure insertion length carefully - excessive insertion length of tube into the stomach may lead to coiling and/or formation of tube-knot. 
• Lubricate the tube generously with water soluble lubricant prior to insertion. Do not use petroleum-based products as they may be harmful to the respiratory tract. 
• Reflux of gastric contents into the blue vent lumen indicates that the suction lumen is obstructed, or suction is too low. Routinely check for reflux in the blue vent lumen and clear as per applicable directions. Failure to clear the obstruction or clear PreVent™ Filter may cause gas and fluid buildup in stomach, aspiration of gastric contents, aspiration pneumonia and other complications. 
• Do not inject fluid through the PreVent™ Filter as this may result in blockage and leakage filter. 
• Monitor patient for nasal erosion, sinusitis, esophagitis, esophagotracheal fistula, gastric erosion and pulmonary and oral infections. 
   

StatLock™ Stabilization Device
Contraindications: Known tape or adhesive allergies. 
Warning: StatLock™ Nasogastric Stabilization Device: Avoid contact with alcohol or acetone; both can weaken bonding of components and StatLock™ Stabilization Device pad adherence. 

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