THE PRESENT INVENTION IS DIRECTED TO A FEEDING TUBE IN PARTICULAR FOR TOTAL PARENTAL NUTRITION AND/OR MEDICINE DOSING

摘要

The present invention is directed to a feeding tube in particular for total parental nutrition and/or medicine dosing. The feeding tube functionality is combined with internal monitoring of vital functions, such as ECG, PH, etc.. The position of the electrodes is essential for measuring the optimal signal. In this invention the optimal position is determined by measuring the inversion point of the ECG signal. During insertion of the catheter or modified feeding tube the ECG signal is continuously monitored. Via an acoustic signal the strength of the signal is notable. This enables the nursing staff a simple control of the insertion process.