Tube Feeding | Nova Scotia Health

Tube Feeding is a way to help people who cannot eat enough food on their own. Some people get all of their nutrition through a feeding tube. Other people get some of their nutrition through a feeding tube and some by eating and drinking.

Your healthcare team can help you decide if tube feeding is right for you. A nurse can show you how to use your feeding tube and help you feel comfortable using it. A dietitian can help you choose the right feeding product and make a feeding plan that meets your needs.

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Tube Feeding and intravenous (IV) nutrition

Understanding Tube Feeding

Tube feeding at home (syringe method)

Tube feeding at home (gravity method)

Tube feeding at home (feeding pump)

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