An agent that kills microorganisms; especial pathogenic organisms.
Letter: g
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
The musculomembranous tube that extends from the mouth to the anus in which the movement of muscles and release of hormones and enzymes digests food. The gastrointestinal tract starts with the mouth and proceeds to the esophagus, stomach, duodenum, small intestine, large intestine (colon), rectum and the anus. Also referred to as the alimentary canal, digestive tract and the GI tract.
Enteral feeding tube(s) which allow gastric (G) access for decompression or drainage and jejunal (J) access for feeding.
Attachment of the stomach to the abdominal wall or diaphragm.
A surgical opening (stoma) through the skin into the stomach.
Enteral access device that is placed either endoscopically, surgically, or radiologically with the tip of the tube positioned in the stomach. This tube is considered for long-term enteral feeding.
Theory stating that peripheral nerve fibers carrying pain to the spinal cord can have their message modified at the spinal cord level (the gate) before transmission to the brain.
Feeding through the tube.
Industry-recognized test used in determining a fabrics propensity to generate lint particles when in use.