Special Features:

7 gram bolus weight for upper small bowel retention; transesophageal passage is initiated by swallowing and subsequent gastric progression is facilitated by the peristaltic reflex; 8 french size; length 43 in.; color coded blue; hydromer internal lubrication; tensile strength approx. 7000 psi; resistance to stomach juices; flow-through stylet enstiffens tube to provide excellent manipulative and confirmation of tip position; secure safety lock; dobbhoff brand entriflex enternal feeding tube; used in nasogastric feeding

Properties:

An elastic, hollow cylinder item, having a relatively heavy wall. It may or may not have a funnel or luer syringe adapter at one end. It does not have a rubber bulb. For nasogastric or enteral feeding only. Not for parenteral use.