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How do you administer or start a gastrostomy tube feeding?
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Instructions: You should be supplied proper information from your surgeon, nurse, or hospital dietician. There are many types of feedings available & need to be tailored to the person's needs. Not complicated, but need the proper training & instructions to be done correctly.
Answered 8/17/2012
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