What position do you put NGT in?

Position patient sitting up at 45 to 90 degrees (unless contraindicated by the patient’s condition), with a pillow under the head and shoulders. This allows the NG tube to pass more easily through the nasopharynx and into the stomach.

What is a nasogastric procedure?

Nasogastric intubation is the insertion of a flexible tube into the nasal passage, through the throat and esophagus into the stomach. It is a minor procedure that provides access to the esophageal passage and the stomach.

What are the important steps to be taken before you start the NGT feed?

Giving the feedings

• Wash your hands.
• Measure the correct amount of formula and warm it to the desired temperature.
• Check tube placement as above (observing mark on NG tube and pH testing).
• Clamp the tube.
• Attach a syringe to the feeding tube.
• Pour the formula into the syringe.
• Unclamp the tube.

How to file an appeal in the NGT?

The NGT follows a very simple procedure to file an application seeking compensation for environmental damage or an appeal against an order or decision of the Government. For every application / appeal where no claim for compensation is involved, a fee of Rs. 1000/- is to be paid.

How long does it take to get clearance from NGT?

Provided the challenge is made within a maximum of 90 days from wen the clearance is granted. Secondly, in cases of general environmental pollution issues (including pollution caused by industries), NGT can be approached by filing an application under Section 14 where the time period to file an application is 6 months.

How does the National Green Tribunal ( NGT ) work?

While passing Orders/decisions/awards, the NGT will apply the principles of sustainable development, the precautionary principle and the polluter pays principles. However, it must be noted that if the NGT holds that a claim is false, it can impose costs including lost benefits due to any interim injunction.

How can I challenge a project before the NGT?

Therefore, specific and substantial issues related to these laws cannot be raised before the NGT. You will have to approach the State High Court or the Supreme Court through a Writ Petition (PIL) or file an Original Suit before an appropriate Civil Judge of the taluk where the project that you intend to challenge is located.