Study Title
An evaluation of nasogastric (NG) tube removal practices and nutritional intake parameters in an acute neurosurgical population: The development of an NG Transition Feeding Protocol.
Principal Investigator
Not specified in the document.
Affiliation
Not specified.
Start Date
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End Date
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Study Objective
To evaluate nasogastric (NG) tube removal practices and nutritional intake parameters in neurosurgical patients, leading to the development of an NG Transition Feeding Protocol.
Short Abstract
The study assessed NG tube removal practices in an acute neurosurgical population and examined how nutritional intake was managed post-removal. A structured protocol was developed to support the safe transition from tube feeding to oral intake, aiming to minimize complications and improve patient outcomes. Key findings highlight the need for standardized practices in NG tube management to optimize recovery in neurosurgical patients.
Study Design
Observational study.
Population
Acute neurosurgical patients with NG tube feeding.
Sample Size
Not specified.
Inclusion Criteria
Neurosurgical patients requiring NG tube feeding.
Exclusion Criteria
Not specified.
Intervention/Exposure
Not applicable (observational study evaluating NG tube removal practices).
Outcome Measures
Evaluation of NG tube removal practices, nutritional intake parameters, and the development of an NG Transition Feeding Protocol.
Funding Source
Not specified.
Collaborating Institutions
Not specified.
Ethics Approval
Not specified.
Publication Status
Published in Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics (2023).
Keywords
Nasogastric tube, neurosurgical population, nutritional intake, feeding protocol.
Data Collection Methods
Observational analysis.
Primary Data Availability
Not specified.
Contact Information
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