Residual; Decompression Or Venting - Halyard MIC-KEY Séries Guide D'utilisation

FEEDING THROUGH THE MIC-KEY

RESIDUAL

Another advantage of the MIC-KEY* SF Feeding Tube is the ability to measure stomach residual
without a decompression tube. Residual is the amount of gastric fluid and formula left in the
stomach four hours after feeding. The stomach may not always empty completely. The amount
of residual varies and may depend upon your activity or position. Check for residual if the formula
backs up into the extension tubing or if you feel nauseated.
TO CHECK THE RESIDUAL
1. With a Bolus Feed Extension Set with ENFit
ENFit Syringe to the Extension Set Feeding/Medication port. Twist to secure the connection.
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2. Slowly pull the end of the ENFit
3. If formula is also removed, carefully measure the amount of formula in the syringe and place it in
a cup.
4. If the syringe is full and there appears to be more formula, reinsert the syringe and extract the
remaining fluid. Measure the amount and place it in a cup.
5. Generally, replace the residual back into the stomach. It contains important electrolytes and
nutrients.
TO REPLACE THE RESIDUAL
1. Slowly place the ENFit
2. Pull the plunger on the syringe to fill the syringe.
3. With a Bolus Feed Extension Set with ENFit
the ENFit Syringe to the Extension Set Feeding/Medication port and slowly push the plunger to
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allow formula to flow back into the stomach.
4. Check the residual again in 30 minutes and resume the feeding if the amount is less than you
obtained at the first check.

DECOMPRESSION OR VENTING

Your Medical Professional may instruct you to decompress (release air or food from the stomach)
before or after feedings. This decompression helps to decrease discomfort by relieving pressure in
the stomach.
To decompress the stomach with FARRELL* Valve:
1. Hang FARRELL* Bag (See
2. Attach enteral administration set connector to "Y" Port on FARRELL* Tubing.
3. Prime enteral administration set and FARRELL* Valve Tubing as outlined in
the Instructions for Use (IFU).
4. Attach FARRELL* Valve Connector to Feeding/Medication Port.
5. Open the BLUE clamp to establish flow, then open the WHITE clamp.
Note: a. Important: Position the FARRELL* "Y" Port at or below the patient's
umbilicus.
b. Review the (IFU) for detailed instructions on how to use the
FARRELL* Valve.
Syringe to aspirate or remove excess gas from the stomach.
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Syringe in the cup with the extracted stomach contents.
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) at the same height as the feeding bag/container.
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* SF FEEDING TUBE
Connector connected to the Feed Port, connect an
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Connector connected to the Feed Port, connect
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