Description

The Nutriport Continuous Feeding Set is a specialized accessory designed to enhance the functionality of the Nutriport skin-level gastrostomy systems. Manufactured by Covidien (Kendall) and compatible with Nutricia enteral feeds, this feeding set ensures seamless integration with the Flocare Infinity pump, providing reliable and continuous nutritional support for patients.

Compatibility

• Gastrostomy Systems: Specifically designed for use with Nutriport (Kangaroo™) gastrostomy buttons and skin-level balloon gastrostomy tubes.
• Enteral Feeds: Compatible with Nutricia enteral feeds and the Flocare Infinity pump.
• Non-Interchangeable: Not compatible with Mic-Key or MiniOne extension sets, ensuring secure and dedicated use.

Safety Features

• Enteral Use Indication: The feeding port is distinctly purple, indicating its exclusive use for enteral feeding and preventing IV misconnection.
• Connection Safety: Incompatible with luer-lock syringes or IV connectors, adhering to the 2006 JCAHO safety guidelines to prevent misconnections.

Design and Construction

• Secure Connection: Features a twist-on connection and a ClipStar enteral security clip with dual locking mechanisms for secure attachment.
• Material: Constructed from 100% silicone and contains DEHP (Di-ethylhexyl phthalate). The set is non-sterile.
• Unique Features: Includes patented extension sets and a stoma measuring device designed for ease of use.

Available Sizes

• Tube Sizes: Available in kits with tube sizes of 12 Fr, 18 Fr, and 20 Fr.
• Stoma Lengths: Varying stoma lengths in kits, ranging from 0.8 cm to 4.5 cm.

Usage and Maintenance

• Feeding Versatility: Suitable for continuous, intermittent, or bolus feeding, as well as medication administration, venting, and decompression.
• Durability: Usable for up to two weeks with proper cleaning. Recommended hang times are up to 24 hours for pack feeding sets and up to 8 hours for bottle feeding sets once opened.
• Care Instructions: Includes daily cleaning around the stoma, tube rotation, and specific connection instructions to maintain secure and safe use.

Additional Components

When included in Nutriport Gastrostomy Feeding Tube Kits, the set comes with:

• A skin-level gastrostomy device
• Step-up shim
• Bolus feeding set
• ClipStar enteral security clip
• 60 cc irrigation syringe
• 12 cc syringe
• Gauze pads
• Stoma measuring device

Packaging and Availability

The Nutriport Continuous Feeding Set is available as a single unit or in cases of 10. Due to hygiene concerns, it is nonreturnable. Proudly made in the USA, this product offers a reliable solution for effective enteral feeding management.