LMSTEPHENS

The foley is a "quick and effective fix" when a more permenent feeding tube such as the MIC, which I recommend, is not available. However to prevent "digestion" of the foley you have to position the tube properly. Try this next time... remove the flat disc positioner from the "old"feeding tube and slide it on the foley catheter before insertion and then after insertion and inflation pull the disc down flush with the abdomen while holding the foley firmly to avoid dislodging. If the disc isn't available securely tape the foley in place, but this will require frequent tape changes to maintain placement.Let me know how this works or if you have any further discussion. Good Luck!