It’s critical to have a plan for emergencies. This section will help you plan and handle emergencies, include tube pullouts and power outages.
Did the tube get pulled out? It happens to every child and every family. Be prepared ahead of time using the tips on our page. We include tips to handle tube pull-outs for all types of nasal, gastric, and intestinal tubes, including a video on how to handle a G-tube emergency.
Power outages are becoming more common as extreme weather becomes the norm. If your child uses a feeding pump, refrigerated formula, or a blenderized diet, you need to plan in advance for how to feed during a power outage.
Do you need to prepare for emergencies but don’t know where to start? Our page on general preparedness outlines the specific items you are likely to need for your child’s feeding tube. It also helps you be prepared for any emergency or disaster with a thorough 4-step planning process.