The purpose of this guideline is to assist the clinician leading the development of a blended tube
feeding (BTF) inpatient procedure. This is a guide only and it is encouraged that assessment/gap
analysis is completed and consultation with local stakeholders and local policies (listed below)
within your hospital is carried out.
This document has been written by Dietitians for Dietitians to assist with establishing an inpatient
BTF procedure in their hospital.