February 9, 2012 - No comments
Since powdered formulas cannot be sterilized, it is important to take extra special care when handling these products. Reduce the risk of infection with proper handling of formula and related supplies. 1) Start with clean hands and equipment. Wash all mixing tools in hot, soapy water, rinse well then allow to air dry. 2) Check the [...]
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Typically, standard nursing practice is to stop tube feedings due to gastric residual volume (GRV)...
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Feeding Tube Awareness Week, February 5-11, 2012 Tube feeding is often associated with missing an...
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Instructional video for the EnteraLite Infinity Pump for enteral feeding, provided by Shield...
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Shield HealthCare provides dedicated support and resources for tube-fed patients and their...
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Did you know that more bone loss occurs during the winter months than any other time of year?...
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Your immune response is how your body protects itself from illness caused by bacteria and viruses in...
November 21, 2011 - 2 Comments
On Denver 9News (NBC) experts on a variety of topics are regularly invited to offer on-air...
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Choosing A Formula With The Heart In Mind It may seem like an obvious choice to prescribe a...
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The American Dietetic Association says, “Don’t just carve that pumpkin, eat it...
