Chapter 8: Nutrition and fluid balance
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Enteral tube removal
Pre‐procedural considerations
A nasogastric tube may be removed because it has become dislodged or displaced or if it is no longer required for feeding. If it is being removed and not being replaced then it is essential that the multidisciplinary team is in agreement that the patient is able to meet their fluid and dietary requirements through the oral route and that they have the ability to swallow safely and without risk of aspiration.
Procedure guideline 8.11
Removal of a nasogastric tube
Post‐procedural considerations
Once the nasogastric tube has been removed then oral intake of food and fluids should be monitored on a fluid balance chart and a food record chart to ensure that the patient is meeting their daily requirements.
