Tube Feeding

Description: This is a practical two-page clinical decision guide for tube feeding developed by the Coalition for Compassionate Care of California. It answers basic questions for patients and health decision makers on the decision about a long-term feeding tube.

AACN Domains: Evidence-Based Practice; Clinical Judgement; Communication; Compassionate care

Format: Other - Handout

Audience: Associates Level; Baccalaureate Level; Graduate Level; Practicing Nurses

Cost: Free

Tips and Suggestions: For discussion with patients and families on medical decision making related to a tube feeding. For students and nurse educators for communication simulations and case study discussions.

Citation: Tube Feeding. Coalition for Compassionate Care Care of California. https://www.uclahealth.org/sites/default/files/documents/Tube-Feeding-Decision-Making-Guide.pdf?f=5cb9a35e. Accessed November 1, 2022.