How to use a gastrointestinal decompression device

A gastrointestinal decompression device refers to a device that inserts a gastric tube through the oral or nasal cavity to perform a one-time gastrointestinal decompression. It is based on the principles of siphon and negative pressure, which can discharge substances in the stomach from the body and reduce the pressure in the gastrointestinal tract. It can play a good role in relieving gastrointestinal distension and improving blood circulation. Next, let’s learn how to use the gastrointestinal decompression device.

How to use a gastrointestinal decompression device

1. Open the exhaust hole, exhaust the gas in the gastrointestinal decompression device, make the disposable gastrointestinal decompression device in a negative pressure state, and close the exhaust hole. 2. Connect the gastrointestinal decompression device to the end of the gastric tube. 3. Turn on the gastrointestinal decompressor switch to enter the negative pressure suction state. 4. Fix the drainage tube. 5. Paste the pipe mark 5cm from the end of the gastrointestinal decompressor. 6. Arrange the supplies, assist the patient to assume a comfortable lying position, explain the precautions related to gastrointestinal decompression, and pay attention to observe complications.

Preparation before operation 1. Explain the purpose, method and precautions of gastrointestinal decompression to the patient and his family, and obtain their understanding and cooperation. 2. The ward has good lighting, appropriate temperature and humidity, and is equipped with curtains or screens to protect privacy.

Purpose

1. Relieve or alleviate the symptoms caused by intestinal obstruction. 2. Perform preoperative preparation for gastrointestinal surgery to reduce gastrointestinal flatulence. 3. After the operation, it can suck out gastrointestinal gas and gastric contents, relieve abdominal distension, reduce suture tension and wound pain, promote wound healing, improve gastrointestinal wall blood circulation, and promote the recovery of digestive function. 4. By judging the gastrointestinal decompression aspirate, changes in the condition can be observed and diagnosis can be assisted.

Nursing

1. Properly fix the gastrointestinal decompression device to prevent increased stimulation to the pharynx when changing body position, as well as compression and dislocation of the gastric tube, and maintain an effective decompression state. 2. Observe the color, nature, and amount of drainage, and record the total drainage volume in 24 hours. 3. During gastrointestinal decompression, pay attention to the patient's water, electrolytes and gastrointestinal function recovery. 4. Strengthen the patient's oral care and keep the oral cavity clean during the period of gastric tube placement. 5. Do not drink or eat during gastrointestinal decompression.