RightSpotpH® Indicators
Instant, Reliable NG/OG Tube Placement Confirmation
Used for NG/OG tubes >10Fr | ENFit Connectors Available
Quickly verify proper tube placement with pH testing that saves time, reduces costs, and prevents complications from misplacement. The most accurate method for patient safety.
Why the RightSpotpH® is Essential
Why Traditional Methods Fall Short
The Science Behind pH Testing: Proven, Safe, and Recommended
Studies confirm pH testing is the safest way to verify NG/OG tube placement.
✔ The Journal of Perinatal & Neonatal Nursing (2015)
✔ ENA Clinical Practice Guideline (2015)
✔ NPSA Patient Safety Alert (2011)
*The Journal of Perinatal & Neonatal Nursing (2015) Following the Evidence. Enteral Tube Placement and Verification in Neonates and Young Children. Clifford, Patricia; Heimall, Lauren; Brittingham, Lori; Finn Davis, Katherine; Neonatal Intensive Care (2015) Validation Study of the RightSpot Infant pH Indicator for Verification of Feeding Tube Placement in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Martin, Gregory C.; Wade, Christine.
**ENA Clinical Practice Guideline (2015); AACN Practice Alerts (2005 & 2016); CHABlind Pediatric NG Tube Placement Patient Safety Alert (2012)
***NPSA Patient Safety Alert, NHS (March 2011)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most effective method to check OG tube placement?
The most reliable method to check OG tube placement is through gastric pH testing. The RightSpotpH® Indicator allows for immediate and accurate verification, confirming the tube is in the right spot within the stomach.
How does the RightSpotpH® Indicator assist with NG tube insertion?
When conducting an NG tube insertion, confirmation of correct stomach positioning is necessary. The RightSpotpH® Indicator uses gastric pH testing to swiftly and reliably verify that the NG tube is not mistakenly placed in the lungs or other areas.
Why is gastric pH testing considered a superior method for tube placement verification?
Gastric pH testing leverages the stomach’s natural acidic environment to confirm tube placement. With the RightSpotpH® Indicator, healthcare professionals can obtain instant, evidence-based results, minimizing risks and promoting patient safety.
Validating correct NG/OG tube placement with pH is the standard of care in the UK and is emerging as such in the United States.
How does gastric pH testing improve the accuracy of checking NG tube placement?
The stomach’s pH is distinctively acidic, usually between 1-5.5. By using the RightSpotpH® Indicator for gastric pH testing, clinicians can quickly determine if the NG tube is indeed in the stomach or mistakenly inserted elsewhere, confirming correct tube placement.
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Misplaced NG/OG tubes can lead to serious complications, increased hospital stays, and unnecessary costs. RightSpotpH® provides a fast, accurate, and radiation-free solution to verify tube placement instantly.
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