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Nasogastric intubation in the horse (view source)
Revision as of 10:57, 15 July 2010
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If no reflux is obtained then the medications may be administered. It is important that any oral fluids or medications are warmed to body temperature prior to administration. Ensure that all of the fluids in the tube are in the stomach before removing it. Crimp the tube prior to its removal to ensure that no fluid is deposited in the pharynx.
If no reflux is obtained then the medications may be administered. It is important that any oral fluids or medications are warmed to body temperature prior to administration. Ensure that all of the fluids in the tube are in the stomach before removing it. Crimp the tube prior to its removal to ensure that no fluid is deposited in the pharynx.
A normal horse will have less than 2 litres of relfux.
A normal horse will have less than 2 litres of reflux.
===Complications===
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