syoung5

syoung5 has 2 years experience and specializes in LTC, Home Health.

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1. G tube medications NO LIQUID!

   syoung5 posted a topic in Med-Surg

   Hey guys! I am currently working as a Home Health nurse for a client with a G/J tube. I was wondering if any of you had experience with dissolving Simethicone chew tablets? (I know very specific haha!) Unforetunately, we cannot get him liquid Simethi...

2. G/J Tubes and Venting Subtopic: Siezures and Urology Issues

   syoung5 replied to syoung5's topic in Gastroenterology

   I believe his last scope was about two years ago. He recently went to the ER with extreme GI upset and his venting was dark green (tested; no blood). However, all they did was control his pain and put him on 24 hour venting. They did abd. x-rays as w...

3. G/J Tubes and Venting Subtopic: Siezures and Urology Issues

   syoung5 posted a topic in Gastroenterology

   I have a very complex young male with a G/J tube, Epilepsy, Reynaud's syndrome, mental retardation, gastroparisis, GERD, hx of bleeding ulcers, urinary retention and constant loose stools. He also has a hx of bacterial overgrowth, toxic shock and an ...