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Feeding Tube

Description:

A feeding tube is a medical device used to deliver nutrition and hydration directly into a person's stomach or small intestine when they are unable to eat or drink by mouth. It is typically used for individuals who have difficulty swallowing, are critically ill, or have certain medical conditions that affect their ability to consume food orally.

Senses:

Sense 1:

noun - A flexible tube inserted into the body to provide nutrients and liquids directly to the stomach or intestines.

Sample Sentence:

After her surgery, the patient was unable to eat solid food, so the doctor recommended the placement of a feeding tube.

Sense 2:

verb - To administer nutrition and fluids through a feeding tube.

Sample Sentence:

The nurse skillfully fed the patient through the feeding tube to ensure they received sufficient nutrients.

Usages:

Usage 1:

Medical - Feeding tubes are commonly used in hospitals and nursing homes to provide nourishment to patients who are unable to eat.

Usage 2:

Elderly care - Many elderly individuals with difficulty swallowing rely on feeding tubes for proper nutrition.

Usage 3:

Homecare - Some patients with chronic illnesses receive feeding tubes to manage their nutritional intake at home.

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