Health, Wellness, and BeautyPatient Safety Management2MildNurse
Pausing a feeding pump when repositioning a patient in bed is a ritualistic, unsupported practice that wastes nursing time.
No evidence or protocol supports pausing the pump; it's an unexamined tradition.
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Opp. Score
32
Severity
2Mild
Willingness to Pay
none
Added
May 10, 2026
Workarounds Described
- manually pausing the feeding pump when flattening patient to pull up in bed
Implied Software Gaps
- Clinical decision support software that provides evidence-based protocol for when to pause or continue tube feeding during patient repositioning
App Concept
FeedSafe Protocol
FeedSafe Protocol is a clinical decision support tool that provides evidence-based guidance on feeding pump management during patient repositioning. It replaces arbitrary rituals with standardized, research-backed protocols, reducing unnecessary interruptions in nutrition delivery.
Key Features
- Evidence-based protocol library for feeding pump management during procedures
- Quick reference guides and checklists for nurses
- Integration with existing EHR systems
- Audit log to track compliance and outcomes
Target Users: Hospital nursing staff and clinical educators in acute care settings
Revenue Model: SaaS subscription at $9.99/mo per nurse, with institutional pricing for hospitals
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