Old and new enteral feeding protocols
| Enteral feeding protocol (1994) | Revised enteral feeding protocol |
|---|---|
| (1) The feeding set should be primed in a clean area, eg ward kitchen (2) Ensure surfaces are clean (3) Check feed expiry date (4) Wipe enteral feeding pump with a damp cloth (5) Check alarms (6) Remove feeding set from sterile bag and check line (7) Wipe the top of the feeding container (8) Wash hands using Ayliffe technique (9) Fill the reservoir with 4 hours of feed (10) Prime the line ensuring air is expelled (11) Insert the feed line into the pump ensuring the feeding set is properly secured (12) Check the position of the tube and connect the giving set | (1) The feeding set should be primed in the ward treatment room (2) Use a metal surface to set up feeds (treatment trolley, or at home a metal tray, may be used). Spray surfaces with 70% alcohol (3) Check feed expiry date (4) Wipe enteral feeding pump with a damp cloth (5) Check alarms (6) Remove feeding set from sterile and check line (7) Wipe the top of the feeding container and spray with 70% alcohol. Spray bottle opener with 70% alcohol (8) Wash hands using Ayliffe technique. Put on non-sterile disposable gloves (9) Fill the reservoir with 24 hours of feed. Take care to avoid touching the inner surface of the reservoir (10) Prime the line ensuring air is expelled (11) Insert the feed line into the pump ensuring the feeding set is properly secured (12) Check the position of the tube and connect the giving set |