Tube Feeding at Home: What Home Health Aides Can & Can't Do

Home health aides are not generally trained to give tube feeding. Tube feeding is a procedure that involves inserting a tube into a person's stomach or small intestine in order to deliver nutrients. It is typically performed by a nurse or other medical professional. Home health aides may be able to help with some of the tasks involved in tube feeding, such as preparing the food and cleaning the feeding equipment. However, they should not be responsible for inserting the tube or delivering the food.