title: Measurement of gastric residual volume: state of the science.
abstract: This literature review substantiates that there is confusion regarding what constitutes excessive gastric residual volume in adult tube-fed patients. Only one research study regarding gastric residuals was located; it indicated that 200 ml for a nasogastric tube and 100 ml for a gastrostomy tube should cause concern. The implications of these findings for adult-health nurses are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Saint Louis University School of Nursing, MO, USA.
authors.forename: S J
authors.initials: SJ
authors.lastname: Edwards
authors.forename: N A
authors.initials: NA
authors.lastname: Metheny
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D004750:Enteral Nutrition / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods / Q000451:nursing*; D005746:Gastric Emptying; D005774:Gastrostomy / Q000451:nursing*; D006801:Humans; D007441:Intubation, Gastrointestinal / Q000451:nursing*; D009730:Nursing Assessment / Q000379:methods*; D012307:Risk Factors