Overview

"The development of a relatively safe endoscopic procedure for the insertion of gastrostomy tubes has led to a staggering increase in the number of people who receive tube feeding. The percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) procedure has made enteral feeding available to many people who would not previously have received it. Tube feeding is more than formulae and equipment. People can be devastated to learn that they will no longer be able to eat and drink normally. In adjusting to the personal and social challenges involved, patients and their families require compassion and understanding. ""Gastrostomy Care"" draws on the clinical expertise of a wide range of health professionals. This wealth of practical clinical experience has produced an informative text that is enhanced with illustrative case studies, practical assessment tools, sample forms, and explanatory diagrams and photographs. In keeping with the evidence-based nature of the text, the book concludes with a list of references and a comprehensive, cross-referenced index. This book provides expert practical support for health professionals who care for people with gastrostomy tubes and for those who are involved in helping patients and their families make informed decisions about tube feeding."

Full Product Details

Author:   Catherine Barrett ,  Patsy Montgomery
Publisher:   Ausmed Publications
Imprint:   Ausmed Publications
Edition:   New edition
Dimensions:   Width: 24.40cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 17.00cm
Weight:   0.590kg
ISBN:  

9780957987616

ISBN 10:   0957987617
Pages:   320
Publication Date:   01 January 2004
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock  
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Table of Contents

Indications for tube feeding; Making decisions on tube feeding; Inserting a gastrostomy tube; Nutritional assessment and tube feeding; Living with a gastrostomy tube; Reintroducing meal choices; Stomal care; Care of the gastrostomy tube; Mouth care; Troubleshooting; Changing a gastrostomy tube; Selecting and administering medications; Nasogastric tubes; Transferring care.

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'An excellent team of authors from a range of disciplines. A very valuable resource for all professionals and carers. Enteral feeding is more than stomas and formulae. It can be devastating for people to learn that eating and drinking will no longer be a pleasurable social interaction. Compassion and understanding are required if health professionals are to deal properly with this personal adjustment and with the ongoing daily needs of these people.' Patsy Montgomery, in the Foreword

"""'An excellent team of authors from a range of disciplines. A very valuable resource for all professionals and carers. Enteral feeding is more than stomas and formulae. It can be devastating for people to learn that eating and drinking will no longer be a pleasurable social interaction. Compassion and understanding are required if health professionals are to deal properly with this personal adjustment and with the ongoing daily needs of these people.' Patsy Montgomery, in the Foreword"""

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