Hi Sue Jan and I will be your way before long. Just wondering if you want me to include you on the LIST of Australian Midwives wanting/needing/seeking professional indemnity and provider numbers?
Gastric washes/lavage alter the gastric enzymes and flora. No need for these invasive procedures. Colostrom and breastmilk is the answer to cleaning and assisting the function of the alimentary system. In my experience gastric washes are for people who overdose or swallow dangerous substances. No references at present, no evidence needed, common sense prevails. -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sue Cookson Sent: Monday, 6 June 2005 6:17 PM To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Subject: Re: [ozmidwifery] gastric washes Hi all, Need your help finding references/articles on gastric washes for neonates, also any first hand observations or thoughts. I've just returned from a week in Adelaide doing a postpartum placement and was amazed to see so many gastric washes being done. When I queried the practice and asked for protocols and policies to look at, I was told that 'we've been doing them for 30 years and they work'. To hell with best practice and evidence!! Any comments would be welcomed, Sue -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe. -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe.
