Tube Talk

Thanks to all of you who responded to our advertisement with letters, tips and questions for the "Tube Talk" column. On this page we've published one of the responses. Anyone who is interested in participating can send their tips, questions and thoughts about tube feeding to: Tube Talk, c/o The Oley Foundation, 214 Hun Memorial A-28, Albany Medical Center, Albany, NY 12208; or E-mail DahlR@mail.amc.edu (please send basic text or MS Word attached files only). Information shared in this column represents the experience of that individual and should not imply endorsement by the Oley Foundation. The Foundation strongly encourages readers to discuss any suggestions with their physician and/or wound care nurse before making any changes in their care.

Child wrapped up in tubes at night
My two year old son has a mic-key and has been tube-fed since he was born. He is also on a night drip. My problem is his tubing gets wrapped around him when he sleeps and his button has been pulled out a few times. What can I do to prevent this? Send your advice to:
Marilyn Braaten, 109 Teton Dr. #4, Brandon, SD 57005
mkbraaten@yahoo.com