In medicine, ng usually stands for nasogastric tube. This is a medical device consisting of a tube and attached equipment that enters the stomach through the nostrils and is used to enter nutrients, medications, and water into the patient's body or to pump fluids such as gastric juices for the treatment of certain conditions. In addition, the NG tube can be used to drain fluid from the stomach, prepare for surgery, and relieve intestinal obstructions.
Extra attention needs to be paid to safety when using an ng tube. The process needs to be operated by a doctor or nurse to avoid damaging the patient's nasal cavity, internal organs and other parts of the body. You also need to know the right way to use it, such as keeping the tube open, avoiding twisting, and paying attention to recording the amount of in and out. In addition, if there are symptoms of discomfort, such as breathing difficulties, abdominal distension, etc., you should immediately stop using the ng tube and inform the medical staff.
Besides the ng tube, there are other types of gastric tubes in the medical community, such as tracheogastric tubes and gastrostomy tubes, which have different scope of application and operational requirements. The use of these devices requires a doctor or nurse to operate them and to be aware of the various precautions for their use to ensure safe operation. Therefore, when using any medical equipment, it is necessary to follow the instructions of doctors or nurses and take the initiative to understand the relevant knowledge about the equipment to avoid problems.