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jayhills49

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on: Aug 2, 2018
What is the purpose of flushing the tube with water after each feeding?

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Can you describe a potential problem with taking aspirin, garlic, and vitamin E?


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Reply #1 on: Aug 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

The enteral feeding, if allowed to remain in the tube, could solidify and cause a blockage.

Answer to Question 2

All three can decrease blood clotting and could make the blood dangerously thin.


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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:D TYSM

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