39 Nasogastric tube feeding Nasogastric tube feeding overview A nasogastric (NG) tube is a polyurethane or silicone tube that is inserted into the stomach via the nasal passage. Orogastric tubes…

37 Formula feeding Formula feeding overview Formula feeding is generally viewed as the delivery of artificial formula milk via a feeding bottle and teat to the baby. In helping parents…

33 Non-invasive ventilation Non-invasive ventilation overview Non-invasive ventilation (NIV) is used to provide respiratory support in both the acute and chronic (long-term care) settings in infants and children. The term…

35 Infant feeding Infant feeding overview Infant feeding is the means of meeting the nutritional needs of the infant so that they may be healthy and happy. The World Health…

31 Suctioning Suctioning overview Normally infants and children have the ability to keep their airways clear of mucus by either coughing, blowing their nose or sneezing. The presence of their…

29 Arterial blood gas sampling Arterial blood gas sampling overview Acid base disturbances are indicators of serious underlying pathology. An arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis can provide vital information for…

27 Spirometry Spirometry overview Spirometry is the most commonly used lung function test in the management of respiratory disease. It is an effective tool in diagnosing lung disease and measuring…

25 Intranasal diamorphine Intranasal diamorphine overview Intranasal diamorphine is described in much of the literature as a safe and effective analgesia which can be used for children with moderate and…

23 Administration of medication Administration of medication overview Medication is administered through various routes: oral, via enteral tubes, subcutaneously, intramuscular, intraosseous, intravenous, inhaled, or intrathecal. The eye, ear, nose, rectum…

66 Care after death Care after death overview After a child dies, there are certain procedures and policies in place that must be followed. This must be done with great…