01 Pre-Procedure Assessment

• Verification of prescription
• Patient ID & informed consent
• Indication assessment
• Nasal patency evaluation

02 Preparation

• Strict aseptic precautions
• N-E-X length measurement
• Semi-Fowlers positioning
• Lignocaine gel application

03 Tube Insertion

• Gentle insertion via nostril
• Encouraging swallowing
• Tolerance monitoring
• Complication response

04 Confirmation & Fixation

• Verify placement before use
• Secure with medical tape

05 Documentation

• Tube size, type, & time
• Confirmation method used
• Patient vital observations

06 Waste Disposal

• Safe disposal of materials
• Infection control adherence
• Designated clinical bins

Warning signs to watch for:

• Instructions on feeding & medication administration.
• Guidance on nasal hygiene and tube maintenance.
• Immediate reporting of blockage or discomfort.