Taking Care of Your Child's Gastrostomy Tube (G-Tube)

[@KAus-ww8lo]

This nurse said, “Good luck, I know you can do this.” And I got a little lump in my throat. Thank you for such straight forward information, I definitely feel more comfortable.

[@NemoursChildrens]

We're so happy to help. Thank you for watching!

[@rastasan6216]

My son has to get the Gtube and this video made me much more comfortable with the whole thing

[@clumsy_micah3769]

Do you have to keep it in forever ?

[@qaseh2408]

Ur baby the fizical is it norma??

[@littlestickman8223]

I have one. You change it every few months, varying on the persons needs.

[@littlestickman8223]

I’ve had it for 9 years. I am 10.

[@shortstackanimations]

@@littlestickman8223 now I’m 11

[@nimcobeauty2074]

Thanks for sharing, it’s very helpful my daughter has a G Tube.

[@NemoursChildrens]

You are so welcome!

[@ediannareyesovalle9636]

Thank you!

[@Kingchev]

Thank you for this

[@cuteeyezlegette1928]

This was really helpful thank you for the infomation

[@ajschmitt3219]

nice clear explanation, which can be used for a training supplement in UK.

[@whatgwenloves]

So so helpful! Thank you!!

[@NemoursChildrens]

You're so welcome!

[@MyUpMost4God]

Thank you! Excellent video. Good information.

[@NemoursChildrens]

Glad that you found it helpful!

[@zarrarkhan1668]

Nemours is it possibel in pakistan???

[@mollyalford1852]

Do you have to check placement before feeding with a mic-key button?

[@anneanne9009]

This is a good video!

[@palomino627]

Thank you so much

[@sniinssniinssniinssniinssn7883]

GOT MY FEEDING TUBE REMOVED AFTER 12 YEARS. I GOT IT IMPLANTED AT 9 MONTHS AND GOT IT REMOVED AT 12 YEARS, 1 MONTH.

[@torizmomma]

Thank you so much! Does burping help relieve constipation and help a child go and have a bm.

[@NemoursChildrens]

Hi Victoria, according to one of our nurses, venting (burping) the GT does help with abdominal discomfort and does decrease distention in the abdomen overall, but, not sure that it truly has any direct impact on constipation issues. Just a note: This video is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, please consult your doctor.

[@slap_A_flamingo]

I don't know if you'll be able to help with this but...my mother in law said I shouldn't give a sick child bread. My logic is that he was sick 3 times, so once he had completely emptied his stomach I gave him bread and some veg soup. He's 2 years old and fairly healthy. Is this the right thing to do?

[@NemoursChildrens]

This will help: kidshealth.org/en/parents/vomit.html.

[@slap_A_flamingo]

@@NemoursChildrens that was helpful, thank you.

[@Marieshan22]

very nice and I learn a lot

[@A.karennn]

If a mickey balloon button falls out can we put in a catheter?

[@NemoursChildrens]

According to one of our Gastroenterology nurses, if a GT dislodges or comes out, you should either place the tube back in or a catheter and call your doctor's office. This will keep the stoma site open and they will be able to replace the tube without surgery. The GT itself does not cause coughing or any other respiratory issues.
Please note, all information on Nemours UA-cam Channel is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.

[@A.karennn]

Thank you🙏🏼

[@bobfootballbobert]

omg i know you :D

[@SprinklzZWinner]

I have a g tube I’m skinny as fuck

[@A.karennn]

Can a gtube cause coughing ?

[@littlestickman8223]

Ana m no.

[@littlestickman8223]

I have one

[@shortstackanimations]

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