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Short Answer:Make a check mark by all the correct guidelines for working with residents who have tube feeding.
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The Nursing assistant should remove the tube when feeding is finished.
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Redness or drainage around the opening should be reported.
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After a resident has had a tube feeding, the NA should help the the resident lie flat on his back.
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NA's are responsible for pouring feeding into the tube.
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The Nursing assistant should remove the tube when feeding is finished because leaving the tube in place can increase the risk of infection or other complications. It is important to remove the tube to ensure proper hygiene and prevent any potential harm to the resident.
