Mic-Key* Sf Feeding Tube Features; The External Base; The Feed Port; The Balloon Inflation Port - Halyard MIC-KEY Séries Guide D'utilisation

MIC-KEY SF FEEDING TUBE FEATURES
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THE EXTERNAL BASE

The external base holds the tube in place while allowing air
circulation to the skin around and underneath it. The bottom
of the base should rest just above the skin surface. A good fit
is considered one-sixteenth inch (2 mm) above the skin, or
approximately the thickness of a dime.

THE FEED PORT

Nourishment and liquids are delivered through the
gastrostomy tube and into the stomach through the Feed
port.
The anti-reflux valve located inside and toward the top of the
Feed port helps prevent stomach contents from leaking out
of the tube. The use of the Extension Set will open or unlock
the valve. The Extension Set is used for feeding and venting
(also called decompression or burping).

THE BALLOON INFLATION PORT

The balloon, which holds the tube in place, is inflated with sterile or distilled water and deflated
by inserting a small Luer slip syringe into the balloon inflation port. It should be used only when
checking the balloon volume or replacing the MIC-KEY* SF Feeding Tube.
Important: Never attempt to feed or
introduce medication through the balloon
inflation port.
The recommended fill volume is labeled
directly on the balloon inflation port in ml.
THE BALLOON INFLATION
INDICATOR
The MIC-KEY* SF Feeding Tube contains
a unique indicator that provides a visual
indication when the balloon pressure is
below recommended volume. This indicator
is a simple way to monitor the pressure of
the device while it is in the body without
having to remove it. If the ORANGE indicator
is seen, fill the balloon until the indicator
goes away and do not exceed the maximum fill volume labeled on the device. If the ORANGE
indicator continues to appear while inflating the device, contact your Medical Professional.
Balloon Fill Volume by Tube Size
Size Fill balloon until the
ORANGE
10 Fr
goes away.
Do not exceed the
12 Fr
maximum fill volume.
14 Fr
16 Fr
18 Fr
20 Fr
24 Fr
Bottom of tube base should rest 1/16 in. or 2 mm above
the skin surface. Note: Use sterile or distilled water to fill
balloon. Do not over-inflate balloon.
Maximum
Fill Volume
balloon indicator
3 ml
3 ml
5 ml
5 ml
5 ml
8 ml
8 ml
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